IND vs NZ / Rohit has a chance to break this record, this is how he can become the Sixer King in Tests

The first match of the three-match Test series between India and New Zealand will be played in Bengaluru on October 16. Captain Rohit Sharma can surpass Virender Sehwag in terms of hitting the most sixes in Test cricket by hitting only 5 sixes in this match. This series is important for India.

Vikrant Shekhawat : Oct 15, 2024, 09:45 AM

IND vs NZ: The first match of the three-match Test series between India and New Zealand is going to be played in Bengaluru on 16 October. Both the teams have announced their squads for this series, and Team India is busy preparing for this important match. During this series, Indian captain Rohit Sharma can make a special record in his name, due to which the eyes of cricket lovers will be on him.

Rohit Sharma's great record

Rohit Sharma, who is known for his long hits, will become the Sixer King if he hits just 5 sixes in the first match of this Test series. Currently, Rohit Sharma has hit 87 sixes in Test cricket and he is in second place for India in this matter. The first place is occupied by Virender Sehwag, who has hit 91 sixes. If Rohit hits 5 sixes, he will top this list by overtaking Sehwag.

Rohit Sharma is already the player who has hit the most sixes for India in ODI and T20 International cricket, and now he has a golden opportunity to reach the top in the Test format as well.

Players who have hit the most sixes in Test cricket for India

Virender Sehwag - 91 sixes
Rohit Sharma - 87 sixes
MS Dhoni - 78 sixes
Sachin Tendulkar - 69 sixes
Ravindra Jadeja - 66 sixes

Importance of New Zealand series

This Test series between India and New Zealand is extremely important for Team India. Currently, India is at the top of the points table of the World Test Championship. The team has to win this series 3-0 to keep their position strong.

After this series, the Indian team will tour Australia, where they have to play a five-match Test series. It is always challenging to win in Australia, so it is necessary for the Indian team to start well against New Zealand.

Conclusion

This record of Rohit Sharma is not only important for his personal career, but it can also be a positive sign for Team India. Cricket lovers are eagerly waiting for this series, and it remains to be seen whether Rohit Sharma is able to set a new milestone through his game. This match to be held on October 16 in Bengaluru can be an important moment not only for Rohit but also for Indian cricket.