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Rohit Sharma breaks Shahid Afridi’s six record in ODI, three away from Chris Gayle’s mark
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 10:01 PM
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Rohit Sharma hit two sixes in the second ODI against New Zealand, surpassing Shahid Afridi’s record and moving within three sixes of Chris Gayle’s world benchmark.
In the second One Day International against New Zealand, India’s captain Rohit Sharma struck two sixes, a feat that lifted him past Shahid Afridi’s previous record for the most sixes in a single ODI series. The achievement places Sharma just three sixes short of the world record held by West Indies legend Chris Gayle.
The innings, played under clear conditions, saw Sharma combine power hitting with his usual composure, contributing significantly to India’s total. While the match outcome remains secondary, the statistical milestone has drawn attention from cricket analysts and fans alike.
According to reports from Amar Ujala in Patna, the record-breaking moment was celebrated by the Indian dressing room, highlighting Sharma’s continued relevance in the limited‑overs format.
The innings, played under clear conditions, saw Sharma combine power hitting with his usual composure, contributing significantly to India’s total. While the match outcome remains secondary, the statistical milestone has drawn attention from cricket analysts and fans alike.
According to reports from Amar Ujala in Patna, the record-breaking moment was celebrated by the Indian dressing room, highlighting Sharma’s continued relevance in the limited‑overs format.