Rohit Sharma Beats Virat Kohli, Becomes First Indian To Reach 1000 Runs Against Australia In Away ODIs

AUS vs IND, 2nd ODI: Rohit Sharma, known as the 'Hitman' just added another feather to his cap. The ace Indian cricketer became the first batter to reach the 1,000-run milestone in away ODI between India and Australia, while playing Down Under.

Rohit made this record in the second ODI of the three-match series being held at the Adelaide Oval. Earlier, this record was with Virat Kohli, and he now stands second on the list currently with 802 runs to his name.

With this new addition in his records, Rohit has now become the fifth player to achieve the milestone. With this new feat, Rohit has now joined Viv Richards, Desmond Haynes, Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene, who were the only players to have made this record.

Interestingly, Rohit made this record in the third over of the first innings against Australian pacer Mitchell Starc.

Rohit Sharma (India)

Currently, Rohit Sharma leads the list with 1003* runs from 21 matches. The cricketer has a strong average of 55.77, which includes 4 centuries and 2 fifties. Rohit's best score is 171, including 76 fours and 29 sixes.

Virat Kohli (India)

Meanwhile, Virat has scored 802* runs in a total of 20 matches. He has a strong average of 44.55. Virat has recorded 3 centuries and 4 fifties, including a best score of 117, including 60 fours and 9 sixes.

1000+ ODI runs against Australia in Australia

1905 - Vivian Richards

1565 - Desmond Haynes

1171 - Kumar Sangakkara

1013 - Mahela Jayawardene

1000* - Rohit Sharma