5 players with most POTM awards in AUS vs IND ODIs

Few rivalries in world cricket evoke as much emotion as India vs Australia, a clash defined by intensity, skill, and star power. Over the decades, the contest has produced countless memorable performances from both teams, but only a few players have dominated this fixture like no one else. Here are those players who have won the most Player of the Match Award in India vs Australia ODIs.

Sachin Tendulkar – 12 awards (71 matches)

At the top of this illustrious chart stands Sachin Tendulkar, the supreme craftsman who defined India vs Australia ODIs for nearly two decades. The “Master Blaster” won 12 Player of the Match awards in 71 games, underlining his unmatched consistency against one of cricket’s fiercest bowling line-ups.

Whether it was the “Desert Storm” innings in Sharjah 1998 or his 175 at Hyderabad in 2009, Tendulkar’s ability to dominate attacks featuring McGrath, Lee, Warne, and Gillespie remains iconic.

Sachin scored 3077 runs in those 71 matches against Australia.

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Virat Kohli – 6 awards (50 matches)

Carrying the baton into the modern era, Virat Kohli’s six awards reflect his maestro-like influence in India’s successes against Australia.

The talismanic right-hander averages over 54 in ODIs versus Australia and has made nine centuries, several in successful run chases.

His 2013 Jaipur knock of 100 from just 52 balls remains one of the fastest tons by an Indian, while his partnerships with Rohit Sharma have laid the foundation for many memorable wins.

Kohli scored 2451 runs against Australia in ODIs with an average of 54.46.

Andrew Symonds, Allan Border, and Rohit Sharma – 5 each

Three different generations of match-winners share the next spot. The late Andrew Symonds, with five awards from 36 matches, was a destructive presence both with bat and ball, often turning tight contests in Australia’s favour during the early 2000s.

Allan Border, the gritty left-hander and 1987 World Cup–winning captain, was the original architect of Australian resilience, scoring 1104 runs in 38 matches against India in ODIs.

Rohit Sharma, on the other hand, has built his reputation with sheer elegance and power. Rohit, who is the only player to hit a double ton against Australia in ODIs, scored 2407 runs in 46 matches against Australia in ODIs.