{"id":54398,"date":"2026-07-20T22:14:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T16:44:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=54398"},"modified":"2026-07-20T22:14:28","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T16:44:28","slug":"rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/","title":{"rendered":"Rohit Sharma Lord&#8217;s ODI Century: First Indian to Score ODI Hundred at Lord&#8217;s, Breaks Sachin Tendulkar&#8217;s Record"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Rohit_Sharma_Lords_ODI_century_created_history_as_he_became_the_first_Indian_to_score_an_ODI_hundred_at_Lords_Cricket_Ground_Learn_about_the_record-breaking_innings_how_he_surpassed_Sachin_Tendulkar_match_highlights_important_facts_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_PSC_and_other_government_exam_preparation\" >Rohit Sharma Lord&#8217;s ODI century created history as he became the first Indian to score an ODI hundred at Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground. Learn about the record-breaking innings, how he surpassed Sachin Tendulkar, match highlights, important facts, FAQs, and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, PSC, and other government exam preparation.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Historic_Knock_at_the_Home_of_Cricket\" >Historic Knock at the Home of Cricket<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Breaking_Sachin_Tendulkars_Long-Standing_Record\" >Breaking Sachin Tendulkar&#8217;s Long-Standing Record<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#A_Century_Under_Pressure\" >A Century Under Pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Indias_Chase_Ends_in_Defeat_Despite_Rohits_Brilliance\" >India&#8217;s Chase Ends in Defeat Despite Rohit&#8217;s Brilliance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Significance_for_Indian_Cricket\" >Significance for Indian Cricket<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Major_Sporting_Achievement\" >Major Sporting Achievement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Important_from_Exam_Perspective\" >Important from Exam Perspective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Boost_to_Indian_Cricket\" >Boost to Indian Cricket<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Lords_%E2%80%93_The_Home_of_Cricket\" >Lord&#8217;s \u2013 The Home of Cricket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Indian_Performances_at_Lords\" >Indian Performances at Lord&#8217;s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Rohit_Sharmas_ODI_Legacy\" >Rohit Sharma&#8217;s ODI Legacy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Rohit_Sharmas_Historic_Lords_Century\" >Key Takeaways from Rohit Sharma&#8217;s Historic Lord&#8217;s Century<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#1_Why_is_Rohit_Sharmas_century_at_Lords_historically_significant\" >1. Why is Rohit Sharma&#8217;s century at Lord&#8217;s historically significant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#2_How_many_runs_did_Rohit_Sharma_score_in_the_third_ODI_against_England\" >2. How many runs did Rohit Sharma score in the third ODI against England?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#3_Which_Indian_cricket_legends_record_did_Rohit_Sharma_surpass\" >3. Which Indian cricket legend&#8217;s record did Rohit Sharma surpass?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#4_Why_is_Lords_Cricket_Ground_known_as_the_%E2%80%9CHome_of_Cricket%E2%80%9D\" >4. Why is Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground known as the &#8220;Home of Cricket&#8221;?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#5_Which_country_hosted_the_ODI_match_in_which_Rohit_Sharma_created_this_record\" >5. Which country hosted the ODI match in which Rohit Sharma created this record?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#6_Who_won_the_ODI_series_between_India_and_England\" >6. Who won the ODI series between India and England?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#7_What_is_Rohit_Sharmas_role_in_the_Indian_cricket_team\" >7. What is Rohit Sharma&#8217;s role in the Indian cricket team?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#8_What_is_Rohit_Sharmas_highest_individual_score_in_ODI_cricket\" >8. What is Rohit Sharma&#8217;s highest individual score in ODI cricket?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#9_Which_organization_owns_Lords_Cricket_Ground\" >9. Which organization owns Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#10_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_examinations\" >10. Why is this news important for competitive examinations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/sports\/rohit-sharma-lords-odi-century\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rohit_Sharma_Lords_ODI_century_created_history_as_he_became_the_first_Indian_to_score_an_ODI_hundred_at_Lords_Cricket_Ground_Learn_about_the_record-breaking_innings_how_he_surpassed_Sachin_Tendulkar_match_highlights_important_facts_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_PSC_and_other_government_exam_preparation\"><\/span><strong>Rohit Sharma Lord&#8217;s ODI century<\/strong> created history as he became the first Indian to score an ODI hundred at Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground. Learn about the record-breaking innings, how he surpassed Sachin Tendulkar, match highlights, important facts, FAQs, and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, PSC, and other government exam preparation.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historic_Knock_at_the_Home_of_Cricket\"><\/span><strong>Historic Knock at the Home of Cricket<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India&#8217;s veteran opener <strong>Rohit Sharma<\/strong> etched his name in cricket history by becoming the <strong>first Indian batter to score a One Day International (ODI) century at Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground<\/strong>, popularly known as the &#8220;Home of Cricket.&#8221; During the third and final ODI against England, Rohit produced a magnificent <strong>138 runs off 110 balls<\/strong>, showcasing his trademark elegance, timing, and aggressive stroke play. His innings included powerful boundaries and sixes that kept India&#8217;s challenging run chase alive until the latter stages of the match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breaking_Sachin_Tendulkars_Long-Standing_Record\"><\/span><strong>Breaking Sachin Tendulkar&#8217;s Long-Standing Record<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With this remarkable century, Rohit Sharma surpassed <strong>Sachin Tendulkar&#8217;s highest ODI score by an Indian at Lord&#8217;s<\/strong>, becoming the first Indian to register an ODI hundred at the iconic venue. The innings also added another prestigious milestone to Rohit&#8217;s illustrious ODI career and reinforced his reputation as one of the greatest opening batters in the history of limited-overs cricket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Century_Under_Pressure\"><\/span><strong>A Century Under Pressure<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The innings came at a crucial moment when Rohit had been facing criticism over his recent form and speculation regarding his international future. Instead of succumbing to pressure, the experienced batter responded with a commanding century, displaying exceptional composure and leadership. His partnership with Shubman Gill laid a strong foundation for India&#8217;s chase and reminded cricket fans of his ability to perform in high-pressure situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Chase_Ends_in_Defeat_Despite_Rohits_Brilliance\"><\/span><strong>India&#8217;s Chase Ends in Defeat Despite Rohit&#8217;s Brilliance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">England posted a massive total of <strong>387 runs<\/strong>, powered by Ben Duckett&#8217;s record-breaking century and valuable contributions from Jacob Bethell and Joe Root. Rohit&#8217;s brilliant 138 and Shubman Gill&#8217;s fluent innings kept India in contention for much of the chase. However, after Rohit&#8217;s dismissal, England&#8217;s bowlers regained control, restricting India to <strong>360\/7<\/strong> and securing a <strong>27-run victory<\/strong> to win the ODI series 2-1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_for_Indian_Cricket\"><\/span><strong>Significance for Indian Cricket<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scoring an ODI century at Lord&#8217;s has always been considered one of cricket&#8217;s greatest achievements because of the venue&#8217;s rich heritage. Rohit&#8217;s record-breaking innings places him among the legends who have delivered memorable performances at Lord&#8217;s. It also highlights his consistency in overseas conditions, especially in England, where he has accumulated multiple ODI centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For competitive examination aspirants, this achievement is important because sports-related current affairs frequently appear in UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and other government examinations. Questions may focus on the venue, records broken, player achievements, and tournament outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"Rohit-Sharma-Lord's-ODI-century\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Rohit Sharma Lord's ODI century\" style=\"width:782px;height:auto\" title=\"Rohit Sharma Lord's ODI century\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rohit Sharma Lord&#8217;s ODI century<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span><strong>Why this News is Important<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Sporting_Achievement\"><\/span><strong>Major Sporting Achievement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rohit Sharma becoming the <strong>first Indian to score an ODI century at Lord&#8217;s<\/strong> is a landmark achievement in Indian cricket history. Lord&#8217;s is regarded as the most prestigious cricket venue in the world, making records achieved there particularly significant. This accomplishment adds another milestone to Rohit&#8217;s already decorated international career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_from_Exam_Perspective\"><\/span><strong>Important from Exam Perspective<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sports current affairs form an important section of competitive examinations. Examiners frequently ask questions related to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Important cricket records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Historic sporting achievements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Famous stadiums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International cricket tournaments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Players breaking national or world records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students preparing for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, State PSC, Defence, and teaching examinations should remember:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Venue: <strong>Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground, London<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Player: <strong>Rohit Sharma<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Achievement: <strong>First Indian ODI century at Lord&#8217;s<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Score: <strong>138 runs<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Record Broken: <strong>Sachin Tendulkar&#8217;s previous Indian benchmark at Lord&#8217;s<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boost_to_Indian_Cricket\"><\/span><strong>Boost to Indian Cricket<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although India lost the series, Rohit&#8217;s innings demonstrated that experienced players continue to play a vital role in international cricket. His performance also ended speculation about his declining form and reinforced his importance ahead of future ICC tournaments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lords_%E2%80%93_The_Home_of_Cricket\"><\/span><strong>Lord&#8217;s \u2013 The Home of Cricket<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground in London was established in <strong>1814<\/strong> and is owned by the <strong>Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC)<\/strong>. It is widely known as the &#8220;Home of Cricket&#8221; because of its historic importance and its role in preserving cricket traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Performances_at_Lords\"><\/span><strong>Indian Performances at Lord&#8217;s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Several legendary Indian cricketers have produced memorable performances at Lord&#8217;s across different formats. However, despite India&#8217;s long ODI history, no Indian batter had previously managed to score an ODI century at this iconic venue before Rohit Sharma&#8217;s achievement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rohit_Sharmas_ODI_Legacy\"><\/span><strong>Rohit Sharma&#8217;s ODI Legacy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rohit Sharma is regarded as one of the greatest ODI batters of all time. His achievements include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Three ODI double centuries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highest individual ODI score (264).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multiple ICC tournament centuries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Numerous records as an opening batter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His Lord&#8217;s century further strengthens his legacy in world cricket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Rohit_Sharmas_Historic_Lords_Century\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from Rohit Sharma&#8217;s Historic Lord&#8217;s Century<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Rohit Sharma became the first Indian batter to score an ODI century at Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>He scored 138 runs against England in the third ODI.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Rohit surpassed Sachin Tendulkar&#8217;s previous Indian ODI record at Lord&#8217;s.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>England won the third ODI by 27 runs and clinched the series 2-1.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The achievement is important for competitive exam current affairs, especially sports GK.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rohit Sharma Lord&#8217;s ODI century<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Why_is_Rohit_Sharmas_century_at_Lords_historically_significant\"><\/span><strong>1. Why is Rohit Sharma&#8217;s century at Lord&#8217;s historically significant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rohit Sharma became the <strong>first Indian batter to score a One Day International (ODI) century at Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground<\/strong>, making it a historic achievement in Indian cricket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_many_runs_did_Rohit_Sharma_score_in_the_third_ODI_against_England\"><\/span><strong>2. How many runs did Rohit Sharma score in the third ODI against England?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rohit Sharma scored <strong>138 runs off 110 balls<\/strong>, registering his maiden ODI century at Lord&#8217;s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_Indian_cricket_legends_record_did_Rohit_Sharma_surpass\"><\/span><strong>3. Which Indian cricket legend&#8217;s record did Rohit Sharma surpass?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rohit Sharma surpassed <strong>Sachin Tendulkar&#8217;s highest ODI score by an Indian at Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_is_Lords_Cricket_Ground_known_as_the_%E2%80%9CHome_of_Cricket%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>4. Why is Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground known as the &#8220;Home of Cricket&#8221;?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground in London is called the <strong>&#8220;Home of Cricket&#8221;<\/strong> because it is one of the oldest and most prestigious cricket venues in the world and is owned by the <strong>Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_country_hosted_the_ODI_match_in_which_Rohit_Sharma_created_this_record\"><\/span><strong>5. Which country hosted the ODI match in which Rohit Sharma created this record?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The match was hosted by <strong>England<\/strong> at Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground, London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Who_won_the_ODI_series_between_India_and_England\"><\/span><strong>6. Who won the ODI series between India and England?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>England<\/strong> won the three-match ODI series <strong>2-1<\/strong> after defeating India by <strong>27 runs<\/strong> in the final ODI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_Rohit_Sharmas_role_in_the_Indian_cricket_team\"><\/span><strong>7. What is Rohit Sharma&#8217;s role in the Indian cricket team?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rohit Sharma is an <strong>opening batter<\/strong> and one of India&#8217;s most successful ODI cricketers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_Rohit_Sharmas_highest_individual_score_in_ODI_cricket\"><\/span><strong>8. What is Rohit Sharma&#8217;s highest individual score in ODI cricket?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rohit Sharma holds the world record for the <strong>highest individual ODI score of 264 runs<\/strong>, scored against Sri Lanka in 2014.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Which_organization_owns_Lords_Cricket_Ground\"><\/span><strong>9. Which organization owns Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground is owned and managed by the <strong>Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_examinations\"><\/span><strong>10. Why is this news important for competitive examinations?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sports current affairs frequently appear in <strong>UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Teaching, and other government examinations<\/strong>. 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