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On 29 October 2025, Rohit Sharma etched his name into cricketing history by being ranked the world’s No. 1 ODI batter for the first time in his career.
A milestone that speaks of both timing and tenacity
At 38 years and some months, Rohit becomes the oldest cricketer ever to ascend to the top of the men’s ODI batting rankings. While he has spent many years among the elite in the top-10, the No. 1 spot had eluded him—until now.
What triggered the leap?
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In the recent three-match ODI series in Australia, Rohit delivered a stellar performance: 202 runs in three innings, averaging over 100 thanks to a match-winning 121* in Sydney and 73 in Adelaide.
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His rating jumped to 781 points, enabling him to surpass Shubman Gill (745) and Ibrahim Zadran (764) to claim the top spot.
What it means for Rohit—and Indian cricket
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For Rohit, this is a crowning moment in a distinguished career that has spanned nearly two decades in the 50-over format.
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It underscores his longevity, adaptability and ability to perform at the highest level even in the later stages of his career.
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For India, it sends a message about batting depth and the ability of senior players to still lead from the front.
A look ahead
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Reaching No. 1 opens up fresh targets: maintaining the position, defending it in future series, and possibly setting new benchmarks for run-scoring, strike-rates and match-winning innings.
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It also adds to the narrative of Rohit’s continuing value: even as younger players emerge, his experience and form still place him at the pinnacle.
Why this moment resonates
It’s not just a statistic—it’s the completion of a long campaign. Many times, Rohit was in the top echelon. Many times he was celebrated for centuries, doubles, big match innings. But the summit seemed just out of reach. And yet he persisted, adapted, and finally claimed it. That blend of resilience, craft and timing gives this No. 1 ranking its significance.
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