Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma made history during the match against Afghanistan, becoming the first player to be a part of 100 T20I wins. With this victory, Rohit Sharma achieved a significant milestone in his career. Let’s delve into the details of this remarkable achievement and explore some interesting facts about his performance.
Unprecedented Run Out by Rohit Sharma
During the T20I match against Afghanistan at the Punjab Cricket Association stadium, Team India secured a convincing victory by 6 wickets. This win marked a historic moment as Rohit Sharma became the first male cricketer to achieve 100 wins in international T20 matches. His contribution to the team’s success cannot be overlooked.
Rohit Sharma’s Exceptional Performance in T20 Matches
Rohit Sharma’s incredible batting skills have been on display throughout his career. He has achieved numerous milestones in T20 cricket, including scoring the highest number of runs in this format. Some of his notable performances include:
- 86 runs against Shoaib Malik from Pakistan
- 73 runs against Virat Kohli from India
- 70 runs against Mohammad Hafeez from Pakistan
- 70 runs against Mohammad Nabi from Afghanistan
Winning 100 Matches in Different Formats
Rohit Sharma’s achievement of winning 100 T20I matches adds to his list of remarkable records. Other cricketers who have achieved similar milestones in different formats include:
- Ricky Ponting from Australia, with 100 Test match wins
- Viv Richards from West Indies, with 100 One-Day International wins
- Rohit Sharma from India, with 100 Twenty20 International wins
Team India’s Victory against Afghanistan
In the match against Afghanistan, Team India successfully chased a target of 159 runs. Shivam Dube (60)* played a crucial role, supported by Jitesh Sharma (31), Shubman Gill (26), and Tilak Varma (23). Their explosive batting helped India secure the victory in just 17.3 overs, with only 4 wickets lost.
FAQs
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Who is the first male cricketer to be a part of 100 T20I wins?
- Rohit Sharma from India.
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Which cricketer holds the record for the highest number of runs in T20 matches?
- Rohit Sharma with his exceptional batting skills.
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Which cricketer has won 100 Test matches?
- Ricky Ponting from Australia.
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Who holds the record for winning 100 One-Day International matches?
- Viv Richards from West Indies.
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How many runs did Team India chase in the match against Afghanistan?
Team India successfully chased a target of 159 runs.