7 Iconic Test Records from Rohit Sharma’s Career

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Former India captain Rohit Sharma has officially retired from Test cricket at age 38, ending a remarkable red-ball journey. Though his form dipped in recent outings—most notably during the 2024 Australia tour—his legacy remains defined by elegance, power, and impact.

Here’s a look at seven unforgettable Test records that highlight Rohit Sharma’s legendary contribution to Indian cricket.

1. Century on Test Debut

Rohit made an unforgettable start to his Test career in November 2013 against the West Indies at Eden Gardens. Batting at No. 6, he smashed 177 runs, rescuing India from 82/4 to 436/7.

• Highest debut score by an Indian
• Signature strokes: cover drives and pull shots
• Formed a match-winning partnership with Ashwin

2. 9th Most Sixes in Test Cricket

Known for his aggressive flair, Rohit hit 88 sixes in his 67-match Test career — 9th highest in Test history. His ability to clear the boundary made him a fan favorite.

• Blended white-ball aggression into red-ball cricket
• Specialized in lofted drives and power pulls

3. Twin Centuries in a Test Match

In October 2019, during a home series against South Africa, Rohit opened the innings and scored 176 and 127 in two innings at Visakhapatnam.

• First player to hit Test centuries at the venue
• Cemented his place as a reliable Test opener

4. Record 7th-Wicket Partnership for India

Rohit and Ravichandran Ashwin added 280 runs for the 7th wicket in his debut Test in 2013 — the highest-ever for India and 4th highest globally at that position.

• Rohit scored 177, Ashwin added 124
• Turned a collapsing innings into a dominant one

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5. Test Career Stats

• Matches: 67
• Runs: 4,301
• Average: 40.57
• Hundreds: 10
• Double Hundreds: 1

6. Career-Best 212 vs South Africa

Rohit’s highest Test score — 212 runs — came at Ranchi in 2019. It was a masterclass in timing and temperament against South Africa’s strong pace unit.

• Dominated bowlers with patience and poise
• Anchored India to a huge first-innings total

7. Reinventing as a Test Opener

Although he began in the middle order, Rohit’s shift to the top order in 2019 redefined his red-ball career. He became India’s go-to opener in tough home and away conditions.

• Adapted his style with maturity
• Key contributor in World Test Championship cycles

Rohit Sharma’s Test career may be over, but the records and memories he created will remain etched in cricket history. From a debut to remember to record-breaking partnerships, Sharma’s red-ball legacy is a mix of elegance, dominance, and grit.