Rohit Gurunath Sharma is an Indian international cricketer and the current captain of the Indian national team in ODIs and Tests. He was born on April 30, 1987, in Nagpur, India. Rohit made his ODI debut on June 23, 2007, against Ireland and his Test debut on November 6, 2013, against West Indies.

Rohit is widely regarded as one of the greatest opening batsmen in cricket history. He holds the record for the highest individual score in ODI cricket (264) and is the only player with three double centuries in ODIs. Known for his elegant strokeplay, effortless timing, and ability to hit massive sixes, Rohit has redefined opening batting in limited-overs cricket.

Under his captaincy, India won the 2024 T20 World Cup and reached the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup. He is also the most successful captain in IPL history, leading Mumbai Indians to 5 IPL titles.

Rohit’s importance to the Indian team cannot be overstated. As an opener, he provides explosive starts in white-ball cricket and solidity in Tests. His ability to convert starts into big scores – especially centuries – makes him one of the most dangerous batsmen in world cricket.

Rohit Gurunath Sharma was born on April 30, 1987, in Nagpur, Maharashtra. His mother, Purnima Sharma, is from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, and his father, Gurunath Sharma, worked as a transport company caretaker. Rohit’s parents separated when he was young, and he was raised by his grandparents and mother.

Rohit spent his early childhood in Visakhapatnam before moving to Mumbai at the age of 10 to live with his uncle. He attended Swami Vivekanand International School in Borivali, Mumbai, where he was spotted by coach Dinesh Lad. Lad convinced Rohit’s uncle to change his admission to the school so he could play cricket at the school’s ground.

Rohit’s talent was evident early on. He played for the school team and quickly rose through the ranks. He made his debut for Mumbai in domestic cricket at the age of 19 and soon caught the attention of selectors with his elegant batting style and ability to play big innings.

Rohit Sharma started his domestic career for Mumbai in 2006. He made his first-class debut for Mumbai in the 2006-07 Ranji Trophy season against Gujarat.

Ranji Trophy: Rohit has been a prolific run-scorer for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy, helping them win multiple titles. He has scored over 2,500 runs in first-class cricket for Mumbai at an average of over 50.

IPL Career: Rohit made his IPL debut in 2008 for Deccan Chargers. In 2011, he was bought by Mumbai Indians, where he has become the most successful captain in IPL history, leading the team to 5 IPL titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020). He has scored over 6,900 runs in the IPL, making him one of the tournament’s all-time leading run-scorers.

Youth Career: Rohit represented India at the U-19 level and was part of the 2006 U-19 World Cup squad.

Rohit Sharma made his Test debut on November 6, 2013, against West Indies in Kolkata. In 67 Test matches, he has scored 4,523 runs at an average of 45.68, with 12 centuries and 25 fifties. His highest Test score is 212, which he scored against South Africa in Ranchi in 2019. Rohit became a regular opener in Test cricket in 2019 and has been one of India’s most reliable batsmen in the longest format. He retired from T20Is in 2024 but continues to play Tests and ODIs.

Rohit made his ODI debut on June 23, 2007, against Ireland. He has played 272 ODIs, amassing 10,975 runs at an average of 48.78, with 31 centuries and 55 fifties. He holds the world record for the highest individual ODI score (264) and is the only player with three double centuries in ODI cricket. Rohit is one of the most prolific run-scorers in ODI history, second only to Virat Kohli among active Indians in terms of centuries.

Rohit made his T20I debut on September 19, 2007, against England. He played 159 T20Is, scoring 4,231 runs at an average of 32.05, with 5 centuries and 32 half-centuries. He holds the record for the most centuries in T20 World Cup history (4) and is the first player to score 4 centuries in a single T20 World Cup (2024). Rohit retired from T20Is after leading India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup.

• Highest individual score in ODI cricket (264).
• Most double centuries in ODI history (3 – 209*, 208*, 264).
• Most centuries in T20 World Cup history (4).
• First player to score 4 centuries in a single T20 World Cup (2024).
• Most runs in a single T20 World Cup edition (2024).
• Fastest century in T20I cricket by an Indian (35 balls vs Sri Lanka, 2017).
• Most sixes in international cricket among active Indian players.
• Second most ODI centuries by an Indian (31, behind Virat Kohli’s 54).
• Most successful IPL captain with 5 titles (Mumbai Indians).
• Recipient of ICC ODI Cricketer of the Year (2019), Arjuna Award (2015), Padma Shri (2020), and Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna (2020).

Rohit Sharma’s IPL journey began in 2008 with Deccan Chargers. In 2011, he was bought by Mumbai Indians for ₹1 crore, and the rest is history.

IPL Records: He is the most successful captain in IPL history with 5 titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020). He has scored over 6,900 runs at an average of 31.78, with 2 centuries and 46 fifties. His highest IPL score is 109*.

🔥 Breaking News IPL 2025 & 2026 – The Hitman’s Legacy: After a few rebuilding seasons, Mumbai Indians made a strong comeback in 2025-26, with Rohit playing a key role as a senior batsman and mentor. In the 2026 season, Rohit scored 468 runs at a strike rate of 142, including a match-winning 89* in the Eliminator against RCB.

Rohit has been the backbone of Mumbai Indians’ batting lineup for over a decade, forming iconic partnerships with Kieron Pollard and Hardik Pandya. His ability to anchor innings and accelerate at the death has made him one of the most valuable IPL players of all time.

Rohit Sharma married Ritika Sajdeh on December 13, 2015. Ritika is a sports manager and has been with Rohit through his entire cricketing journey.

They welcomed their first child, daughter Samaira, on December 30, 2018. Their son, Ahaan, was born on November 15, 2024.

Rohit is known for his calm and composed personality off the field. He enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid food lover. He is also involved in charity work, supporting various causes related to child welfare and health.