Some records carry emotion, and Rohit Sharma breaking Shahid Afridi’s long standing ODI sixes mark felt personal for many fans. For Indian followers, it was a proud moment. What made it better was seeing Afridi respond with warmth and respect instead of bitterness.
Record Broken in Ranchi
The landmark came during the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi. Rohit crossed Afridi’s 351 sixes with two quick slog sweeps. That pushed his tally to 355 sixes from just 271 innings, a much faster rate than any previous holder of the record.
Numbers That Tell the Story
Afridi reached 351 sixes in 369 innings, which shows how different their careers have been. The figures underline Rohit’s consistency and clean hitting over the years. Watching the numbers change in real time gave fans a clear sense of history being rewritten.
Afridi Reacts With Grace
Afridi responded with dignity and sport spirit. He said records exist to be broken and expressed happiness that someone he admired achieved it. He recalled how his own fastest century record lasted almost 18 years and accepted that change is part of cricket.
IPL Memory From Deccan Chargers
Afridi also looked back on sharing the dressing room with Rohit during the first IPL season at Deccan Chargers. Even then, Rohit’s timing and control stood out. Afridi said that early impression convinced him Rohit would grow into a top level player.
Rohit’s Simple Batting Belief
Rohit often says timing matters more than raw power. Balance and clean contact sit at the heart of his method. That same approach has now delivered a record many thought would last longer and Afridi’s words only added more meaning to the milestone.
