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Rohit Sharma, known for his aggressive approach with the bat, be it ODI or T20I cricket, has been under scrutiny in recent times. His time for India has been tossed up by the media, and it is rumoured to be over with no hope for a spot in the 2027 ODI World Cup as an opener.
While Rohit has been one of the biggest aggressors of batting for the team during his days, it is also apparently true that the Lord’s match between India and England on July 19 could be his last in the format.
His recent struggles in English conditions have questioned his agility with the bat at 39 years of age, yet he managed to produce some of the best innings of his life in these English conditions as well.
Let’s take a look at some of the best ODI performances that Rohit Sharma produced in England.
5. 103 vs Sri Lanka – Leeds, 2019
Rohit Sharma, known for his daddy hundreds, displayed a masterclass when India faced Sri Lanka at Headingley, Leeds, on July 6, 2019, in the ICC Cricket World Cup. Chasing 265, the Indian opener made the target look effortless with a fluent 103 off just 94 balls, smashing 14 fours and two sixes at a strike rate of 109.57.
Right from the start, Rohit dominated Sri Lanka's bowling attack, punishing anything loose while rotating the strike with ease. His magnificent 189-run opening partnership with KL Rahul (111) completely took the game away from Sri Lanka and ensured India never came under pressure during the chase.
Rohit's century, his fifth of the tournament, guided India to a comfortable seven-wicket victory with 39 balls to spare and helped the Men in Blue finish the league stage on top of the points table.
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4. 140 vs Pakistan - Manchester, 2019
Few ODI innings in England carry as much weight as Rohit Sharma's magnificent 140 against Pakistan at Old Trafford, Manchester, on June 16, 2019, in the ICC Cricket World Cup. Walking into the biggest match of the tournament, Rohit completely owned Pakistan's bowling attack.
He raced to his century in just 85 balls before finishing with 140 off 113 deliveries, smashing 14 fours and three sixes. His commanding 136-run opening partnership with KL Rahul laid the perfect platform before Virat Kohli added the finishing touches.
Rohit's fearless approach ensured India piled up 336/5, a total that proved well beyond Pakistan's reach. India eventually sealed an 89-run victory via DLS, with Rohit deservedly winning the Player of the Match.
3. 122 vs South Africa - Southampton, 2019
Rohit Sharma’s another best ODI innings in England comes at the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup in style with an unbeaten 122 off 144 balls against South Africa at The Rose Bowl, Southampton, on June 5, 2019.
Chasing a tricky target of 228 on a challenging surface, India were reduced to 13/1 and later 54/2, putting the pressure firmly on Rohit's shoulders. He responded with a masterclass in patience and timing, weathering a world-class attack featuring Kagiso Rabada, Chris Morris and Imran Tahir before shifting gears at the perfect moment.
His innings included 13 fours and two sixes, while crucial partnerships with KL Rahul and MS Dhoni steadied India's chase. Remaining unbeaten till the end, Rohit guided India to a comfortable six-wicket victory with 15 balls to spare.
2. 102 vs England - Birmingham, 2019
Although India fell short against hosts England at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on June 30, 2019, Rohit Sharma produced another memorable century under pressure. Chasing a daunting 338, India lost KL Rahul early, but Rohit steadied the innings with a composed partnership alongside Virat Kohli.
He struck 102 off 109 balls, peppering the boundary with 15 fours while keeping India's hopes alive deep into the chase. Even as wickets fell around him, Rohit continued to fight until his dismissal in the 37th over.
India eventually finished on 306/5, losing by 31 runs, but Rohit's century stood out as a lone act of brilliance against one of the strongest attacks in the World Cup 2019.
1. 137 vs England – Trent Bridge, 2018
Rohit Sharma was at his effortless best against England at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, on July 12, 2018, producing one of the finest ODI centuries of his career. Chasing a competitive 269, India lost Shikhar Dhawan soon, but Rohit took complete control alongside Virat Kohli.
The pair added a match-winning 167-run partnership, with Rohit mixing drives, crisp pulls and towering sixes. He raced to his century in just 82 balls before finishing unbeaten on 137 off 114 deliveries, decorated with 15 fours and four sixes.
His flawless knock guided India to 269/2 in just 40.1 overs, sealing a dominant eight-wicket victory with nearly 10 overs to spare and underlining why he has always loved batting in English conditions.
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