Rohit Sharma's century at Lord's has brought fresh attention to one of ODI cricket's more interesting record books: the oldest Indian batters to score a hundred in the format. His latest milestone highlights how experience and endurance can still shape major performances in one-day internationals.
The focus of the list is on Indian players who reached three figures later in their careers, underlining the value of longevity at the top level. ODI batting often demands a mix of tempo, control and shot selection, and senior players who continue to make centuries stand out for their consistency as much as their class.
Rohit's knock has become the latest reference point in that conversation, with his Lord's hundred pushing him into the spotlight among India's oldest ODI centurions. The record roundup revisits the veteran names who have produced landmark innings for India after crossing the age at which many players begin to fade from the international game.
Beyond the India-specific rankings, the broader comparison with world cricket adds more context to the achievement. It shows where Indian batters fit into the larger story of ODI longevity, and why centuries scored deep into a career remain some of the format's most memorable feats.
