In the upcoming three-match ODI series between India and Australia, starting October 19, Indian captain Rohit. Sharma and former captain Virat Kohli have a significant opportunity to achieve a major milestone together. The dynamic duo has been instrumental in many of India's ODI victories, forging remarkable partnerships over the years. Currently, Rohit and Kohli rank sixth in terms of most partnership runs in ODI cricket, and the upcoming series presents them with a chance to overtake a legendary Australian pair.
Just 95 Runs Shy of Fifth Spot
Whenever Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have combined for substantial partnerships in ODIs, Team India has largely emerged victorious, while so far, they've batted together 99 times in the ODI format, accumulating an impressive 5315 runs at an excellent average of 56. 54, while their partnership has seen 18 century stands and 17 half-century stands, with their highest being an unbeaten 246 runs. Currently, Rohit-Kohli hold the sixth position for most partnership runs in ODIs. If they manage to add just 95 more runs together in the upcoming series against Australia, they will successfully. Surpass the iconic Australian opening pair of Adam Gilchrist and Matthew Hayden, who together amassed 5409 runs in ODI partnerships.
Stellar Performance in Australia
Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have a remarkable record with the bat in Australia in the ODI format. Rohit Sharma has scored 1328 runs in 30 matches at an average of 53. 12, including 5 centuries. Virat Kohli, on the other hand, has accumulated 1327 runs. In 29 ODI matches in Australia at an average of 51. 04, also featuring 5 centuries to his name. These statistics highlight their strong performance on Australian soil, which bodes. Well for their pursuit of this new record in the upcoming series.
