Rohit Sharma Reaches 3000 IPL Runs as Opener, Becomes 11th Player in History

Rohit Sharma has carved out another record in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history books. Mumbai Indians (MI) veteran has now reached 3,000 runs as an opener in the tournament, joining the list of 11 batsmen to reach this milestone. The feat was achieved during the current IPL 2025 season, with Rohit continuing to justify his place at the top of the order for his team.

Rohit, ever since he was a key component of Mumbai Indians in 2011, has frequently switched batsmen’s creases throughout the years. Still, his playing career as an opener has turned out to be one of the most stable and effective periods within his IPL days. The soft-spoken player with smooth-strokeplay style has now made another feather stick to his cap, which has already been extremely decorated.

Elitist Companions with Rohit Sharma in 3000+ Club

With this milestone, Rohit Sharma becomes one of the elite list of openers to have hit 3000 runs in the history of IPL. At the top is Shikhar Dhawan, who tops with an astronomical 6,362 runs as an opener with several franchises such as Deccan Chargers, Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings, and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

List of openers with 3000+ IPL runs

1. Shikhar Dhawan – 6362 runs
2. David Warner – 5910 runs
3. Virat Kohli – 4795 runs
4. Chris Gayle – 4480 runs
5. KL Rahul – 4260 runs
6. Faf du Plessis – 3967 runs
7. Ajinkya Rahane – 3685 runs
8. Gautam Gambhir – 3597 runs
9. Shubman Gill – 3418 runs
10. Quinton de Kock – 3300 runs
11. Rohit Sharma – 3041 runs

Rohit’s presence in this list cements his legacy as one of the premier top-order batters in the league’s history. With his knack for timing big knocks and anchoring innings, his runs have often come in crucial situations, especially in high-pressure matches.

Mumbai’s Dependable Anchor

Although never necessarily hostile from ball one, Rohit’s contributions with the bat at the top have always set the stage for Mumbai Indians’ batting unit. His ability to read varied conditions and bowlers has aided MI in claiming numerous crucial wins over the years.

As the season of IPL 2025 goes on, the fans will be wishing that the veteran player keeps leading from the front and adds more to his list of milestones. Considering his experience and current form, it is reasonable to say that Rohit Sharma still has much to give in this season of the tournament.