In a thrilling end to India’s ODI series against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli not only led India to a nine-wicket victory but also shattered a series of records in the process. Their dominant performance helped India avoid a whitewash after a tough series, with Australia having won the first two matches in Perth and Adelaide.

Chasing a target of 237, India’s hopes rested on the shoulders of their two stalwarts after the early loss of captain Shubman Gill. And what a partnership it was. Rohit and Kohli, both in sublime form, put on an unbroken stand of 168 runs, with Kohli playing the finishing role with an uncharacteristic upper-cut for four, sealing the win in just 38.3 overs.

This partnership wasn’t just about the victory, it was a re

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