Rohit Sharma Registers Highest Percentage Among Captains With Minimum 100 Matches 

During the 29th match of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Indian cricket team, reached a remarkable milestone as he notched up his 100th appearance as captain. This significant achievement occurred when India faced England in a thrilling contest at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

Joining an Elite Club

Rohit Sharma’s entry into this exclusive club places him among legendary Indian captains, including Sachin Tendulkar and Sunil Gavaskar, who previously led the team. Remarkably, Rohit surpassed Tendulkar’s 98 matches and Gavaskar’s 84 matches to join this illustrious group.

The elite club of captains with 100 or more appearances also includes iconic leaders such as Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Kapil Dev, Mohammad Azharuddin, Sourav Ganguly, and Rahul Dravid. 

Rohit’s Record-breaking Winning Percentage

What sets Rohit Sharma apart is not only his milestone but also his remarkable winning percentage as a captain. Among captains with at least 100 matches at the helm, Rohit boasts the highest winning percentage. He holds an impressive 73.73% win rate, surpassing the likes of Ricky Ponting and Asghar Afghan, who are ranked second and third, respectively.

In terms of the total number of matches led, former captain MS Dhoni holds the record for captaining India in 332 matches. Dhoni’s captaincy legacy includes 178 wins and 120 defeats. Following Dhoni, Mohammad Azharuddin has led India in 221 matches. Another modern great, Virat Kohli, captained India in 213 matches. Under Kohli’s leadership, India secured victory in 135 matches while enduring defeat in 60 games.

Rohit Sharma’s Exceptional Win Percentage

However, the standout statistic lies in Rohit Sharma’s win percentage as India’s captain, which stood at 73.73% before the encounter with England at the ICC World Cup. Rohit’s captaincy track record includes 73 wins, 23 losses, and 2 draws, reflecting his extraordinary success as a leader on the international stage.

As Rohit Sharma continues to lead the Indian cricket team at the ODI World Cup 2023, his 100th captaincy appearance marks a significant moment in his illustrious career. Not only has he joined a prestigious group of Indian captains, but he also holds the highest winning percentage among captains with 100 or more matches, showcasing his prowess as a leader on the cricket field. Rohit’s captaincy journey is one of exceptional achievements and milestones, making him a significant figure in Indian cricket history.

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