Published 10:27 IST, October 27th 2023

CWC 2023: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma set to create new milestone in India's ODI cricket history

The primary catalyst behind India's success in the ODI World Cup has undeniably been the scintillating performances of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

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Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli batting together during ICC ODI World Cup 2023 | Image: AP
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India's cricketing powerhouse, comprising formidable duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, has left an indelible mark on ODI World Cup 2023. y are India's top two run-getters in tournament. ir relentless pursuit of excellence has been instrumental in India's resounding dominance, characterized by an unblemished record of five consecutive victories. As y gear up for ir next encounter against England on October 29, anticipation of yet ar milestone looms large.

3 things you need to kw

  • India are slated to play ir next ODI World Cup match against England
  • India are only side in tournament to t lose even a single match thus far
  • Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are India's top performers in terms of runs scored

Also Read: ODI World Cup: Will Rohit Sharma-led India Unleash ir Biggest Weapon Against England in Luckw?

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Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma to achieve new record

Men in Blue have exuded exceptional form, positioning mselves favorably for a spot in semi-finals. primary catalyst behind India's success in tournament has undeniably been scintillating performances of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Both maestros have scored more than 300 runs individually over course of first five matches, firmly establishing mselves as frontrunners in race for tournament's highest run-scorers.

ir exceptional journey as a pair reached a historic pinnacle during Asia Cup last month, where y achieved distinction of being fastest duo worldwide to accumulate 5,000 ODI runs toger. statistics speak for mselves, with a staggering 5,183 runs amassed in just 90 ODI innings, accompanied by a remarkable aver of 60.97. ir partnership is furr adorned with 18 centuries and 17 half-centuries.

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A mere 11 runs stand between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will see m surpass record set by Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan, who have combined a total of 5,193 runs in ODIs toger. This achievement would elevate m to pinnacle as most prolific partnership in terms of runs among active cricketers. 

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It is teworthy that legendary former captains, Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar, currently reign at top on highest partnership runs chart with 8,227 runs in 176 ODI innings. Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara are second on list, followed by two more Sri Lankan pairs. 

 

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10:27 IST, October 27th 2023