Rohit Sharma Sets New ODI Run Record

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma set a new record by becoming the fastest opening batter to reach 9000 ODI runs, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's previous record, despite being dismissed for just 20 runs against Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy match. Tensions flared on the field as India's Harshit Rana was shoulder-barged by Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan. Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has advocated for the resumption of India-Pakistan bilateral series, citing the passion of Pakistani fans for Indian cricketers. The ongoing Champions Trophy is being played under a hybrid format due to political tensions, with India's matches held in neutral venues like Dubai. The Dubai pitch's slow nature has posed challenges, but India managed a six-wicket victory over Bangladesh earlier in the tournament.