The right-handed batsman you’re referring to is Rohit Sharma, and the landmark achieved is his 100th ODI century.
Date: 5 March 2021
Opponent: England
Venue: M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Innings: Rohit Sharma achieved his 100th ODI century in his 17th innings as an opener.
In the 2021 India vs. England ODI series, Rohit Sharma became the second player (after Sachin Tendulkar) to score 100 ODI centuries.
His century in this match was special as it was not only a personal milestone but also came in a crucial series for India.
Rohit’s century was an important contribution to India’s total in that match and demonstrated his mastery in limited-overs cricket. It further solidified his position as one of the finest openers in ODI history.
Rohit Sharma’s 100th century was a testament to his consistency, skill, and longevity in the format. His ability to score centuries has been unmatched in recent times, with his previous innings showcasing a mix of power-hitting and technical brilliance.
Rohit Sharma achieved this landmark in his 17th innings as an opener, which speaks to his quick adaptation and exceptional batting at the top of the order.
This century added to his growing list of ODI records, including being the only player to have scored three double centuries in ODIs.
