IND vs SA 1st ODI: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma Broke Several Records in Ranchi. The 1st ODI, which took place in Ranchi between India and South Africa, turned out to be a great day of two modern-day legends—Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. They both broke important records and at the same time helped India to score a strong total.
Rohit and Kohli gradually built their already remarkable careers with another significant milestone when they played their 392nd international match together and broke the record of the legendary pair Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid’s 391 games for India.
Record-Breaking Batting Dominance
Virat Kohli came up with a splendid century. This was his 52nd ODI hundred—now the highest among all players in ODI history, going past Sachin Tendulkar’s 51 century. His 135 off 120 balls not only illustrated his unparalleled consistency but also his ability to rise in pressure situations, thereby reaffirming his title of the greatest ODI batsman of this era.
On the contrary, Rohit Sharma scored 57 off 51 balls and took up the role of the early aggressor. He hit his 352nd six in ODIs during his inning, hence climbing the ranks and becoming the leading six-hitter in ODI cricket history in place of Shahid Afridi (351). His clean hitting once more clarified why he is counted among the most destructive white-ball batters in world cricket.
The duo’s 136-run partnership was the groundwork for India’s match-winning total. They ensured that India was on the front foot throughout the innings.
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This game was much more than a series opener. It was a testament to the everlasting legacy of two icons who still can turn the game around. No matter how many records are broken, and even with their strong desire for success still, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have made it crystal clear that the era of Indian cricket with them being the stars is still very much alive.