How Many Double Centuries Does Rohit Sharma Have?
Rohit Sharma, who leads the Indian cricket team in both Test and ODI formats, is considered one of the greatest opening batsmen in cricket history. He recently retired from T20I cricket after guiding India to a victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup, which was India’s first ICC title in 11 years. Throughout his career, Sharma has set many batting records, especially in shorter formats of the game.
He holds the record for the most runs in men’s T20 internationals and is India’s fifth-highest run-scorer in ODIs. Notably, he is the only player to have scored three double centuries in ODIs. In Test cricket, Sharma has an impressive average of over 45, with 12 centuries, including one double century.
Rohit Sharma’s Double Centuries in ODIs
| Score | Opponent | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 209 | Australia | Bangalore | 2013 |
| 264 | Sri Lanka | Kolkata | 2014 |
| 208* | Sri Lanka | Mohali | 2017 |
Rohit Sharma made his ODI debut for India on June 23, 2007, against Ireland. Initially playing in the middle order, his career took off after he was promoted to open the batting. Known for his graceful stroke play, Sharma has since become one of the top ODI batsmen globally. He holds the record for the highest individual score in ODIs—264 runs against Sri Lanka in 2014—and remains the only player to have scored three double centuries in the format. Sharma has also scored more than 10,000 runs in ODIs, cementing his place as a key player in India’s batting lineup.
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209 vs Australia (2013)
On November 2, 2013, in Bangalore, Rohit Sharma scored 209 against Australia. This knock was his first double century in ODIs, making him the third player at the time to achieve this, after Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag.
Opening the batting, Sharma started slowly but carefully built his innings. He reached his century in 114 balls, then sped up, scoring another 109 runs off just 42 deliveries. His innings included 12 fours and a record-breaking 16 sixes. Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan had a solid opening partnership of 112 runs.
India set a massive total of 383/6, with Sharma’s knock being the highlight. Australia fought hard but were bowled out for 326. During that series, Sharma was in great form, scoring 491 runs at an astonishing average of 122.
264 vs Sri Lanka (2014)
On November 13, 2014, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Sharma scored 264 against Sri Lanka—the highest individual score in ODI history, a record that still stands. This knock showcased his sheer dominance.
Opening the innings, Sharma took his time to reach fifty in 72 balls. Once settled, he punished the Sri Lankan bowlers, reaching his century in 100 balls. His next 164 runs came off just 73 balls, including 33 fours and 9 sixes. This was only the fourth-ever double century in ODI cricket.
India posted a huge score of 404/5, largely thanks to Sharma’s extraordinary innings. Sri Lanka could only manage 251 in response, giving India a convincing 153-run win.
Unbeaten 208 vs Sri Lanka (2017)
On December 13, 2017, in Mohali, Rohit Sharma scored an unbeaten 208 against Sri Lanka. This was his third double century in ODIs, a feat no other player has achieved.
As captain of the Indian team in this match, Sharma led by example. After a steady start, he accelerated as the innings progressed. He reached his century in 115 balls and then went on a scoring spree, adding another 108 runs in just 36 balls, hitting 13 fours and 12 sixes.
India finished at 392/4, and Sri Lanka could only score 251/8, giving India another dominant win.
Rohit Sharma’s Double Century in Test Cricket
| Score | Opponent | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 212 | South Africa | Ranchi | 2019 |
Rohit Sharma made his Test debut on November 6, 2013, against the West Indies. He scored a century in his first match but struggled to be consistent in the early stages of his Test career. However, in 2019, when he was promoted to open the batting, his fortunes changed. Since then, he has been a regular opener, with an average of over 45 and 12 centuries, including a double century.
During South Africa’s tour of India in 2019, Sharma scored 529 runs in three Tests, including three centuries. In the third Test in Ranchi, he scored his first double century in the longest format. India were in trouble at 39/3, but Sharma, along with Ajinkya Rahane, formed a crucial partnership of 267 runs, turning the match in India’s favor.
Sharma reached his double century in 249 balls, hitting 28 fours and 6 sixes. His innings helped India to a massive total of 497/9 declared, leading to an innings and 202-run victory. India won the series 3-0.
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