Rohit Sharma’s Top 5 Records & Milestones in 2025 That Cement His Legendary Status

Indian cricket legend Rohit Sharma has had one of the most eventful years of his storied career in 2025, adding several major records and milestones to an already glittering résumé. According to a recent Sportskeeda analysis of his year’s top achievements, Rohit’s performances spanned international ODIs, T20 franchise cricket, and domestic trophies showcasing both consistency and match-winning impact.

At 37 years old, Rohit continues to defy age and expectations, blending experience with powerful batting and leadership. His 2025 highlights underline a continued evolution in his game, marked by landmark achievements that will enrich cricket history.

1. Dominating Six-Hitting in ODIs

Rohit further strengthened his reputation as one of the greatest six-hitters in the 50-over game. In 2025, he broke long-standing records to become the batter with the most sixes in ODI history, surpassing Pakistan great Shahid Afridi’s tally to set a new global benchmark.

2. Elite International Run Milestones

Across formats, Rohit continued piling up runs, joining an elite club of batters with extraordinary career totals. That year, he notably crossed 20,000 international runs, making him just the 14th cricketer worldwide to reach that milestone and only the fourth Indian after legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rahul Dravid.

3. Franchise Cricket Glory

In the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Rohit reached another major landmark by becoming only the second batter in IPL history to score 7,000 runs, trailing only his great teammate, Virat Kohli. Furthermore, he accumulated an impressive tally of sixes and Player-of-the-Match awards, reinforcing his status as a franchise great.

4. Domestic Cricket Impact

Rohit’s 2025 was not limited to international and franchise stages. In domestic competition, Vijay Hazare Trophy matches saw him deliver explosive batting, including one of the tournament’s fastest centuries. He starred for Mumbai in List A cricket, underscoring his unrelenting form and ability to influence games across levels.

While the Sportskeeda piece focused on top milestones, Rohit’s year also featured additional noteworthy achievements not directly listed but widely reported: he reached 50 international centuries, demonstrating rare consistency at the highest level, and amassed vast run totals in both ODI and T20 formats feats that place him among cricket’s modern greats.

5. Ongoing Legacy and Leadership

Beyond statistics, Rohit’s influence in 2025 extended to leadership and mentoring roles. His enduring presence bolstered India’s standings across formats and provided invaluable experience for younger players in high-pressure situations. Even where team results varied, his individual brilliance remained a consistent highlight.