Top 5 Indian batsmen with the most runs against Australia in ODIs

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli

***^{Sachin Tendulkar is the leading run-scorer against Australia}***

The Indian team will begin with the much-awaited tour of Australia from November 27 with the first One day International. The two sides will lock horns at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney for the inaugural game of the three-match series.

Virat Kohli will lead the ‘Men in Blue’ in the limited-overs series Down Under. He is also one of the highest Indian run-getters against the Aussies. Now, let’s look at the top 5 Indian batsmen with the most runs against Australia in ODIs.

5. Shikhar Dhawan (1145 Runs)

Current Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan has 1145 ODI runs to his name against the Aussies in 27 matches. The left-hander is also one of the highest run-getters against Australia amongst the active players. Dhawan also scored four centuries and six half-centuries while batting against the kangaroos.

4. MS Dhoni (1660 Runs)

Former India skipper MS Dhoni amassed 1660 runs in 55 One Day games while batting against Australia. The 39-year also won several matches as the skipper of team India against the Aussies. His runs also include two 100s and 11 50s at an impressive average of over 44.

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3. Virat Kohli (1910 Runs)

***^{Virat Kohli against Australia in Mohali}***

Current India skipper and one of the best batsmen of all-time, Virat Kohli stands at 1910 runs to his name while batting against the Aussies. With eight centuries and as many half-centuries, Virat scores run at an impressive average of almost 55 against Australia. He will look to add even more runs to his kitty in the upcoming series.

2. Rohit Sharma (2208 Runs)

One of the best batsmen when it comes to scoring runs against Australia is the Indian opener, Rohit Sharma. The 33-year old has 2208 runs to his name in just 40 matches. He also has an ODI double hundred to his name while batting against them. The Indian team will miss his services in the upcoming series as he is currently recovering from a hamstring injury.

1. Sachin Tendulkar (3077 Runs)

Without any surprise, Sachin Tendulkar is the leading run-scorer against Australia in the 50-over format. Interestingly, Tendulkar also leads the charts when it comes to the Test matches. With 3077 runs in 71 games, Master Blaster holds the numero position against the kangaroos. The former India cricketer also has the most number of ODI centuries (nine) to his name while batting against Australia.

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