Rohit Sharma, known for his impeccable timing rather than pure power, has achieved a remarkable milestone in international cricket. Despite not being commonly associated with being a power hitter like some of his peers, Sharma has surpassed the renowned Chris Gayle as the player with the most international sixes. Gayle, who previously held the record with 553 sixes in 483 international matches, has now been overtaken by Sharma.
As of now, Rohit Sharma has an impressive tally of 564 sixes in international cricket, placing him at the top of the list, surpassing Chris Gayle. His record consists of 305 sixes in ODIs, 182 in T20Is, and another 77 in Tests, bringing his total tally to 564.
In terms of the players with the most sixes in international cricket, the list is as follows: Rohit Sharma from India with 564 sixes, Chris Gayle from West Indies with 553 sixes, Shahid Afridi from Pakistan with 476 sixes, Brendon McCullum from New Zealand with 398 sixes, and Martin Guptill, also from New Zealand, with 383 sixes.
When asked about being on the verge of breaking Chris Gayle’s record, Rohit Sharma expressed his surprise and excitement, stating that it would be a unique achievement. He remarked that he never imagined he would be the one to surpass Gayle and that although he is not a muscular player, he enjoys hitting the ball hard.
It is interesting to note that Sharma’s cricketing journey began with a strong emphasis on fundamental skills. He followed the protocols set by his coaches, which were aligned with Mumbai’s “Khadoos” school of cricket mentality, prioritizing timing and precision over power-hitting. Additionally, the fear of injuring someone with an aerial shot discouraged Sharma and his teammates from attempting big hits, leading them to focus on keeping the ball along the ground.
“When I started playing cricket, we were taught to time the ball. We were told to cut down on aerial shots. In school, we practiced without nets, so hitting the ball in the air was not an option to avoid injuring someone. We played the ball along the ground all the time, focusing on the basics like timing the ball, coming in the line of the ball, and keeping our heads still. If we hit the ball in the air, we would be expelled from the nets,” Sharma explained.
Despite these restrictions, Rohit Sharma’s dedication and adherence to the fundamentals have paid off, as he is now set to become the greatest six-hitter in the history of the game.
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