Rohit Sharma smashes ODI century as India seal 400th international stand with Kohli

Rohit Sharma struck a 138 off 110 balls in the third and final ODI against England at Lord’s on Sunday, 19 July 2026, sealing the highest-profile milestone of his career alongside Virat Kohli.

What happened?

India chased 388 at Lord’s and were in control until Rohit Sharma’s dismissal to Jacob Bethell triggered a late collapse. His 138 came after scores of 11 and 26 in the first two ODIs, silencing talk of an imminent retirement. The Mumbai batter also became India’s first-ever ODI centurion at the ‘Home of Cricket’.

Why it matters for Rohit Sharma

The partnership with Kohli reached 400 international appearances, a first for any Indian pair. Rohit’s 138 was his first big score in the series and his eighth ODI century in England, tying Marcus Trescothick’s tally for the most centuries by a visiting batter at the venue.

What Rohit Sharma said

Speaking to the BCCI after the game, Rohit called batting with Kohli “always fun” because they understand each other’s game. “We’ve played our entire career together,” he said. “It’s nice to have him in the middle, bouncing off ideas and trying to take on big chases in a methodical manner.”

Records and context

Rohit finished the series as the overseas batter with the most ODI runs in England, compiling 1630 runs in 30 innings at 64.12. His 138 was his highest score at Lord’s in ODIs and his first century in England since 2021. The milestone partnership with Kohli now spans Tests, ODIs and T20Is across 15 years.