Rohit Sharma Becomes Fastest Opener to Reach 9,000 Runs in ODIs

Indian captain Rohit Sharma has once again created history! During the high-profile India vs Pakistan match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Rohit became the fastest opener to reach 9,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs). This achievement cements his status as one of the greatest openers in modern cricket.

Fastest Opener to 9,000 Runs – A Historic Feat

Rohit Sharma reached this milestone in record time, taking fewer innings than any other opener in cricket history. With this achievement, he joins the elite list of openers who have scored over 9,000 runs in ODIs, alongside legends like:

• Sachin Tendulkar – 15,310 runs
• Sanath Jayasuriya – 12,740 runs
• Chris Gayle – 10,179 runs
• Adam Gilchrist – 9,200 runs
• Sourav Ganguly – 9,146 runs
• Rohit Sharma – 9,000+ runs (Fastest to reach)

What makes this achievement special?

• Rohit achieved this in the fewest innings as an opener.
• He has an incredible average of over 55 in ODIs.
• His record includes 30 centuries and 44 half-centuries, proving his consistency at the top.

Rohit Sharma’s ODI Journey – From Middle Order to Record-Breaking Opener

Rohit Sharma’s career changed forever when he was promoted to open the batting in 2013. Since then, he has been unstoppable, breaking multiple records along the way:

• Highest Individual Score in ODIs – 264 runs vs Sri Lanka (2014)
• Only Batsman to Score 3 Double Centuries in ODIs
• ICC ODI Cricketer of the Year (2019)

His journey from a middle-order batsman to a world-class opener has been nothing short of inspirational.

How Rohit Sharma Compares to Other ODI Greats?

With 9,000 runs as an opener, Rohit Sharma now stands among cricket’s biggest legends. Here’s how he compares to some of the greatest ODI batsmen of all time:

Player	Total Runs as Opener	ODI Centuries	Best Score
Sachin Tendulkar	15,310	49	200*
Sanath Jayasuriya	12,740	28	189
Chris Gayle	10,179	25	215
Adam Gilchrist	9,200	16	172
Sourav Ganguly	9,146	22	183
Rohit Sharma	9,000+	30+	264

Rohit is now the fastest to reach this milestone and is well on his way to breaking more records!

Champions Trophy 2025 – Rohit Sharma’s Role in India’s Title Chase

Rohit’s record-breaking achievement comes at a crucial time in the Champions Trophy 2025, where India is looking to win their first ICC ODI trophy since 2013.

India’s batting heavily depends on Rohit’s explosive starts.

His form will be crucial in India’s knockout-stage matches.

Can he lead India to another ICC title? Fans are hopeful!

Fan Reactions – Social Media Goes Crazy for Rohit Sharma!

As soon as Rohit Sharma crossed the 9,000-run milestone, cricket fans took to social media to celebrate:

• “Rohit Sharma – The undisputed King of ODI batting! Fastest to 9,000 runs as an opener. What a legend!”
• “Another record for Rohit Sharma! Truly one of the best openers cricket has ever seen!”
• “Rohit’s records keep piling up. Hope he lifts the Champions Trophy this time!”

What’s Next for Rohit Sharma?

With India looking strong in the Champions Trophy 2025, fans are now waiting to see if Rohit Sharma can continue his dominant form and lead India to glory.

Can he become the highest run-scorer of the tournament? Will India win another ICC trophy under his leadership? Stay tuned for more updates!

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