Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni: Comparing Their Captaincy Stats in ODIs
Rohit and Dhoni are often called Team India’s best white-ball captains. After Rohit’s removal as ODI skipper, here’s a look at how the two legends compare in ODI captaincy stats.
Rohit Sharma's time as Team India’s ODI captain came to an end on Saturday, October 4, after he was replaced by Test captain Shubman Gill. This big decision was made to give Gill enough time to build a strong team for the 2027 World Cup, which will be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Rohit is now 38, and there are doubts about his availability for that tournament.
The Hitman’s removal as ODI captain marks the end of an era in Indian cricket. After India’s shocking exit from the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia, Rohit led from the front and changed the team’s mindset. More than his numbers, his biggest contribution was making the Men in Blue an aggressive and confident white-ball team.
Rohit and Dhoni are often called Team India’s best white-ball captains. After Rohit’s removal as ODI skipper, here’s a look at how the two legends compare in ODI captaincy stats.
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Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni: Who Has a Better Record as ODI Captain?
Rohit Sharma’s journey as India’s ODI captain ended on October 4, 2025, after Shubman Gill took charge. The move aims to give Gill enough time to build a strong team for the 2027 World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Rohit, now 38, might not be available for that tournament. His removal marks the end of an era in Indian cricket. After the 2022 T20 World Cup exit, Rohit changed the team’s mindset and made them more aggressive in white-ball cricket.
Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni – Win Percentage as ODI Captain
Rohit led India in 56 ODIs between 2017 and 2025, winning 42 and losing only 14. One match ended in a tie, and one had no result. His win percentage stands at a brilliant 75%.
Dhoni, on the other hand, captained India in 200 ODIs, winning 110 and losing 74. Five ended in ties and 11 with no result, giving him a 55% win rate.
After 56 ODIs as captain, Dhoni had 34 wins, 17 losses, and five no-results — a win rate of 60.71%.
| Player | Matches | Won | Lost | Tied | No Result | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 56 | 42 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 75 |
| MS Dhoni | 200 | 110 | 74 | 5 | 11 | 55 |
Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni – Batting as ODI Captain
As captain, Rohit scored 2,506 runs in 56 ODIs at an average of 52.20 and a strike rate of 111.97, including five centuries and 17 fifties. His best score was 208*.
Dhoni scored 6,641 runs in 200 ODIs as skipper at an average of 53.55 and a strike rate of 86.21, with six hundreds and 47 fifties.
| Player | Innings | Runs | Average | SR | HS | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 55 | 2,506 | 52.20 | 111.97 | 208* | 5 | 17 |
| MS Dhoni | 172 | 6,641 | 53.55 | 86.21 | 139* | 6 | 47 |
Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni – ICC ODI Events
Rohit led India in 16 ICC ODI matches, winning 15 and losing just one. Under him, India won all five matches in the 2025 Champions Trophy and reached the 2023 World Cup final.
Dhoni captained India in 25 ICC ODI matches, winning 20. He guided India to victory in the 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy.
| Player | Matches | Won | Lost | Tied | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 16 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| MS Dhoni | 25 | 20 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni – Batting in Wins as Captain
Rohit scored 2,080 runs in 42 ODI wins at an average of 59.42 and a strike rate of 110.75.
Dhoni scored 3,754 runs in 110 ODI wins at an average of 70.83 and a strike rate of 93.19.
| Player | Matches | Runs | Average | SR | HS | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 42 | 2,080 | 59.42 | 110.75 | 208* | 5 | 13 |
| MS Dhoni | 110 | 3,754 | 70.83 | 93.19 | 124 | 3 | 28 |
In conclusion, we can say Rohit has a higher win percentage and strike rate as captain, while Dhoni has the edge in experience, runs, and trophies. Both stand tall as India’s finest white-ball leaders.
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