Indian captain Rohit Sharma is on the verge of surpassing Sri Lanka's Mahela Jayawardene to become the second-highest run scorer in the history of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. He is also close to hitting 600 sixes in international cricket, a feat that no other player has achieved. With an impressive record and a personal connection to coach Ravi Shastri, Sharma is determined to lead India to victory in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
Rohit Sharma on Verge of History in ICC Cricket World Cup
Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma is poised to etch his name further into the annals of cricket history as he approaches several significant milestones at the ICC Cricket World Cup.
Approaching Mahela Jayawardene's T20 World Cup Run Tally
With 1016 runs in T20 World Cups, Sharma is just 17 runs away from surpassing Sri Lanka's legendary batsman Mahela Jayawardene, who currently holds the record for the most runs in the tournament. Sharma has the opportunity to claim the top spot in India's upcoming match against Ireland.
Closing in on 600 International Sixes
Sharma is also nearing a rare milestone of hitting 600 sixes in international cricket. He currently has 591 sixes to his name, and with his explosive batting style, he is expected to reach the landmark soon. Only four other players, Chris Gayle (1094), Shahid Afridi (476), Kieron Pollard (463), and Brendon McCullum (420), have hit more sixes in international cricket.
Connection with Coach Ravi Shastri
Sharma's success is not only attributed to his talent but also to his strong relationship with coach Ravi Shastri. Shastri, who was India's coach from 2017 to 2021, played a crucial role in Sharma's growth as a leader and batsman. The duo has a great understanding and work closely together to devise strategies and guide the Indian team.
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