Comparing Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli: A Detailed Analysis of Their Captaincy Stats Across Formats
With Virat Kohli often at the helm of the Indian cricket team, Rohit Sharma has taken his turn in the captaincy role, especially in the absence of Kohli. This article provides a comprehensive breakdown of their captaincy records in international cricket, including T20Is, ODIs, Tests, and the Indian Premier League (IPL).
1. T20I Captaincy Record
Rohit Sharma has been appointed the captain of the Indian team in T20Is 31 times. With 26 wins, his winning percentage stands at an impressive 83.87%. Notably, under Rohit's leadership, the Indian team secured series victories against England, West Indies, and Sri Lanka in 2022. His performance in the recent T20I series against England was highlighted, particularly in the victory at Edgbaston. Prior to this, Rohit led the team to a 3-0 series win against Sri Lanka in 2017. As a captain, he scored 7 fifties and 2 centuries in 19 T20Is, amassing a total of 712 runs.
2. ODI Captaincy Record
In ODI cricket, Rohit has captained India 13 times, securing 11 victories, which gives him a winning ratio of 84.61%. The Indian team under Rohit's stewardship triumphed over West Indies in a 3-0 series in 2022. His ODI captaincy journey began in 2018 with a 2-1 win against Sri Lanka. As an ODI captain, Rohit demonstrated exceptional performance with a double century, a century, and 4 fifties in just 10 matches.
3. Test Captaincy Record
Test cricket is where Rohit Sharma has the most significant victories. He has captained India in 2 Tests and won both, placing his winning ratio at 100%. The latest victory came in the 2nd Test against Sri Lanka in Bengaluru in March 2022. This success continued the Indian team’s impressive performance in the Test series against Sri Lanka.
4. Captaincy in the IPL
Rohit Sharma’s captaincy record in the IPL is equally impressive. As the current captain of the Mumbai Indians, he has led the team in 153 matches, winning 96 and losing 57, giving him a winning percentage of 62.75%. This is slightly behind Shoaib Malik, who has captained 133 matches and won 85, leading to a winning percentage of 63.91%. Rohit has led Mumbai Indians to 5 IPL titles and one in the abhorrent Champions League T20. His overall record shows 75 wins, 50 losses, and 12 matches that ended in ties, contributing to a winning percentage of 58.13%.
The Contrast with Virat Kohli
While Rohit Sharma has excelled in the T20Is, ODI, and IPL, Virat Kohli’s captaincy experience is more rounded. Kohli ended his stint as captain for Royal Challengers Bangalore in 140 matches, securing 64 wins and losing 69 games. He also witnessed 3 tied matches and 4 no-result games. In terms of the IPL, Kohli’s captaincy record with Royal Challengers Bangalore stands at 64 wins and 69 losses, with 3 tied matches and 4 no-results. For reference, Ms. Dhoni, who captains Chennai Super Kings, has the most appearances, with 200 matches and a winning record of 121 matches, 82 losses, and 1 tied game.
Similarly, Gambhir, who led Kolkata Knight Riders, has led in 129 matches, winning 71 and losing 57, with 1 tie. This comparative analysis showcases the unique strengths and leadership styles of both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli across different formats of the game.