Opening the batting for Mumbai, Rohit set the tone from the very first over, taking the attack to the Sikkim bowlers with characteristic ease. The 38-year-old reached his hundred in just 62 deliveries, striking eight fours and eight sixes in an innings that underlined his enduring dominance in limited-overs cricket. The milestone marked his second century in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and his fastest ever in List A cricket.
In achieving the feat, Rohit surpassed his previous List A best — a 63-ball century against Afghanistan during the 2023 ODI World Cup — further highlighting the remarkable consistency of his strokeplay even at this stage of his career. His aggressive approach ensured Mumbai remained firmly in control of the chase, as the target was pursued with confidence and clarity.
Rohit’s appearance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy carried added significance, given his long absence from the competition. His last outing in the tournament came during the 2018–19 season semifinal, where he managed just 17 runs. Prior to this latest knock, his only other century in the tournament had come back in 2008 against Tamil Nadu, when he scored 100 off 89 balls.
The commanding innings not only powered Mumbai’s successful chase but also served as a timely reminder of Rohit Sharma’s ability to dominate domestic cricket whenever he takes the field. His return and record-breaking century reinforced his stature as one of India’s most accomplished batters, while adding further weight to Mumbai’s campaign in the prestigious domestic one-day tournament.
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