Indian cricketers have achieved 10 remarkable personal milestones, showcasing brilliance across formats. These include the fastest 10,000 ODI runs, the highest individual ODI score, and unique feats in Tests and T20Is. From record-breaking centuries to historic partnerships and multiple Man of the Match awards in ICC knockouts, these achievements highlight India’s cricketing legacy.
10. Virat Kohli – Fastest to 10,000 international runs
In October 2018, Virat Kohli set a record as the fastest cricketer to reach 10,000 ODI runs, achieving the milestone in just 205 innings. This feat surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s previous record, who had reached 10,000 runs in 259 innings, showcasing Kohli’s remarkable consistency and dominance in the format.
9. MS Dhoni – Only wicket-keeper to score 175+ individual score in ODIs and Tests
Former Indian captain MS Dhoni holds the unique distinction of being the only wicketkeeper-batsman to score over 175 runs in both Tests and ODIs. In 2005, he scored a career-best 183* in an ODI, and in 2013, he made 224* against Australia in Test cricket, showcasing his versatility and skill across formats.
8. Rishabh Pant – The youngest wicket-keeper to score a 150+ against Australia in Test cricket
Rishabh Pant, the Indian wicketkeeper-batsman, became the youngest cricketer to score a 150+ in Test cricket at the age of 21 years and 91 days. He achieved this remarkable feat during India’s 2018 tour of Australia, further solidifying his reputation as one of the rising stars in world cricket.
7. Rohit Sharma – The only player to be involved in 3 150+ partnership in T20Is
Indian vice-captain Rohit Sharma holds a unique record in T20I history as the only player to have been part of three partnerships exceeding 150 runs each. This remarkable achievement highlights his consistency and ability to perform in crucial partnerships, making him a key figure in T20 cricket.
6. Yuvraj Singh – Only player to win POTM in knockouts in all 3 ICC tournaments
Yuvraj Singh achieved a prestigious milestone by winning the Man of the Match award in the knockout stages of three major ICC tournaments. He secured this honor in the ICC World Cup, ICC T20 World Cup, and ICC Champions Trophy, further cementing his legacy as one of India’s finest all-rounders in limited-overs cricket.
5. Virender Sehwag – Only Player to score 7500+ runs as an opener in Tests and ODIs
Virender Sehwag is widely regarded as one of India’s finest openers, particularly for his explosive performances in Test cricket. He holds the unique distinction of being the only cricketer in history to have accumulated over 7,500 runs in both Tests and ODIs, showcasing his exceptional versatility and consistency across formats.
4. Sunil Gavaskar – The only player to score 4 consecutive 100s at two cricketing venues
Sunil Gavaskar played in an era dominated by fast bowling and made a mark by scoring 774 runs against the legendary West Indies fast-bowling quartet. He also set a unique record by becoming the only player to score four consecutive centuries at two different venues—Port of Spain and Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium.
3. Sachin Tendulkar – Most Test appearances
Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for playing 200 Test matches, 32 more than Ricky Ponting’s 168. This remarkable feat, achieved over his 24-year career, is a record that may remain unbroken in the future, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest cricketers in history.
2. Sachin Tendulkar – Most hundreds in a calendar year
In 1998, Sachin Tendulkar scored a remarkable 12 centuries in a single calendar year, a record that still stands after 22 years. No batter has managed to surpass this incredible achievement, solidifying Tendulkar’s legacy as one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history.
1. Rohit Sharma – Highest ODI Individual score
In 2014, Rohit Sharma set the record for the highest individual ODI score, amassing 264 runs against Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens. This monumental innings surpassed Virender Sehwag’s previous record of 219 runs against the West Indies. Rohit’s knock included 33 fours and 9 sixes, making it a legendary performance.