Rohit Sharma is set to captain India for the first time in the Champions Trophy, with the tournament kicking off on February 19. Over the years, the ICC Champions Trophy has been a special tournament for Rohit, with standout performances that have cemented his legacy. From his opening role in the 2013 edition to his influential knocks in 2017, let’s look back at his top five performances in the Champions Trophy.
#5: Rohit Sharma Helps India Sink West Indies – 52 (56), 2013
In a group-stage game against West Indies on June 11, 2013, India chased down 234 with ease. Rohit Sharma played a crucial role at the top, partnering with Shikhar Dhawan for an opening stand of 101. Rohit contributed 52 runs off 56 balls, smashing seven boundaries before being dismissed by Sunil Narine. His solid performance helped India comfortably reach the target in just 39.1 overs.
#4: Rohit Sharma Announces His Arrival in the Champions Trophy – 65 (81), 2013
Rohit made an immediate impact on his Champions Trophy debut on June 6, 2013, against South Africa. Opening the innings, he scored 65 runs off 81 balls, facing a strong bowling attack featuring Morne Morkel and Lonwabo Tsotsobe. Rohit hit eight fours and a six, while Shikhar Dhawan’s century helped India post 331/7. India won the match by 26 runs, marking a successful start for Rohit in the tournament.
#3: Rohit Destroys Sri Lanka at The Oval – 78 (79), 2017
Rohit’s performance in the 2017 Champions Trophy group-stage match against Sri Lanka was one of his best, even though India ended up on the losing side. India posted 321/6, with Rohit contributing 78 runs off 79 balls. His knock included six fours and three sixes, but despite his efforts, Sri Lanka successfully chased down the target in 48.4 overs to win the match.
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#2: Rohit Powers India to Victory Against Pakistan – 91 (119), 2017
In India’s opening match of the 2017 Champions Trophy against Pakistan, Rohit Sharma played a crucial knock of 91 runs off 119 balls. He was the top scorer for India as they posted 319/3 in 48 overs. Rohit’s innings included seven fours and two sixes, but he fell just nine runs short of a century. His effort led India to a commanding position, and the team secured a comfortable victory.
#1: Rohit Sharma’s Best Performance in the Champions Trophy – 123*(129), 2017
Rohit Sharma’s finest moment in the Champions Trophy came during the 2017 semi-final against Bangladesh. Chasing a target of 265, Rohit played a match-winning knock of 123* runs from 129 balls. His partnership with Shikhar Dhawan (87-run opening stand) and subsequent support from Virat Kohli guided India to a 265/1 finish in just 40.1 overs. Rohit’s innings, which included 15 fours and a six, was a masterclass in chasing down a target under pressure and secured India’s place in the final.
With the 2025 edition just around the corner, these performances remind fans of Rohit Sharma’s invaluable contributions in the Champions Trophy over the years.
