Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma has added another feather to his cap during the 2023 Cricket World Cup. The prolific right-handed opener became the first Indian cricketer to hit 50 One Day International (ODI) sixes in a calendar year. Rohit achieved this milestone during a World Cup match against New Zealand.
Shane Watson heaped praise on Rohit Sharma, acknowledging that the Indian batsman is currently in the prime of his cricketing abilities. Watson described watching Rohit bat as a true delight, emphasizing his dominance over bowlers and his ability to effortlessly strike the ball at will. He marveled at how Rohit appears to toy with bowlers, leaving them helpless in the face of his extraordinary batting prowess. Shane Watson’s remarks reflect the universal admiration for Rohit Sharma’s cricketing excellence, as the Indian opener continues to establish himself as one of the most formidable batsmen in the world.
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Shane Watson said “Rohit Sharma is absolutely at the peak of his powers now – it’s a treat to watch him bat – he is dominating all bowlers, goodness me, he hits the ball whenever he wants & toying with bowlers”.
The 36-year-old Rohit Sharma reached this milestone in just his 20th ODI innings of 2023, showcasing his incredible hitting prowess. His achievement surpasses his own record of 46 sixes set back in 2017.
The record for the most sixes in a calendar year is held by former South African cricketer AB de Villiers, who smashed an astonishing 58 sixes in 2015. Chris Gayle is in the second position, having hit 56 sixes in 2019.During the 2023 World Cup, Rohit Sharma has demonstrated exceptional form and played vital roles in India’s matches. He scored a century against Afghanistan, breaking Kapil Dev’s record for the fastest century by an Indian in World Cup history. Rohit’s consistent performances with the bat make him a key player to watch in the tournament.
As Rohit Sharma continues to impress with his explosive batting and set new records, Indian cricket fans have reason to celebrate his achievements and look forward to his continued success on the cricket field.
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