Rohit Sharma becomes first batter in history to score 5 hundreds in T20I Cricket
In a historic feat, India’s captain Rohit Sharma achieved a remarkable milestone on Wednesday during the third T20I against Afghanistan in Bengaluru. Rohit became the first cricketer ever to score five centuries in T20 international cricket.
This extraordinary achievement catapulted Rohit Sharma above notable contenders such as Suryakumar Yadav and Glenn Maxwell, both of whom have secured four international T20 centuries.
The Indian captain’s brilliant innings culminated with an unbeaten score of 121, marking his highest T20I individual score to date. Rohit’s innings not only showcased his exceptional batting prowess but also solidified his status as a record-breaker in the T20 format.
The list of most T20I centuries now stands with Rohit Sharma at the pinnacle with five centuries, followed by Suryakumar Yadav and Glenn Maxwell, both holding four centuries each. The achievement underscores Rohit Sharma’s consistency and dominance in T20 international cricket, establishing him as a trailblazer in the format.
List of most T20I centuries:
1) Rohit Sharma (India) – 5
2) Suryakumar Yadav (India) – 4
3) Glenn Maxwell (Australia) – 4
4) Sabawoon Davizi (Czech Republic)- 3
5) Colin Munro (New Zealand) – 3
India wins over Afghanistan in a dramatic twin Super Over shoot-out
In a breathtaking T20I contest at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday, Afghanistan nearly outshone Rohit Sharma’s white-ball brilliance, matching India’s colossal 212-run total. The thrilling encounter, which saw both teams pushed into not one but two Super Overs, marked a historic first in T20Is.
The drama unfolded in the first Super Over, where Afghanistan posted 16 for one, and India equaled the score, with Rohit Sharma contributing crucial sixes. The second tie-breaker witnessed India scoring 11 for two in 0.5 overs, and Afghanistan was bowled out for one run in 0.3 overs, securing India’s series victory with a 3-0 sweep.
The match showcased a rollercoaster of emotions as Rohit Sharma (121 n.o., 69b, 11×4, 8×6) and Rinku Singh (69 n.o., 39b, 2×4, 6×6) rescued India from a precarious 22 for four with a magnificent 190-run partnership. This partnership became the highest for India in T20Is for any wicket, surpassing Sanju Samson and Deepak Hooda’s record of 176 against Ireland in June 2022.
Afghanistan, displaying its collective ethos, responded with an impressive performance from openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz (50, 32b, 3×4, 4×6) and Ibrahim Zadran (50, 41b, 4×4, 1×6), forming a crucial 93-run partnership. Scintillating cameos from Gulbadin Naib (55 n.o., 23b, 4×4, 4×6) and Mohammad Nabi (34, 16b, 2×4, 3×6) further intensified the contest.
Ind vs Afg, 3rd T20I: Down to the wire stint
Even with 36 runs needed off the last two overs, India seemed in control until Naib’s explosive hitting off Avesh Khan and Mukesh Kumar leveled the scores, thrilling the spectators. Virat Kohli’s exceptional fielding in the 17th over turned a potential six into a single, showcasing his impact on the game.
The match unfolded as a gripping spectacle, showcasing the resilience and skill of both teams, providing cricket fans with an unforgettable experience.
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