Top 5 Shikhar Dhawan knocks in ODIs

#3 100 (102) against Australia in Nagpur, 2013

Dhawan pulverised Australia's bowling attack and helped India overhaul a challenging target

Needing an Indian victory to take the series to a decider, the stage was set for a pulsating clash between the hosts and Australia at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur during the 2013 bilateral series. Much like the preceding matches, the sixth ODI was also played on a batting paradise. Upon electing to bowl first, India found themselves confronted with the prospect of chasing 351.

The in-form opening duo of Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan set about establishing a strong platform for the 'Men in Blue'. In addition to finding the boundary on a regular basis, they rotated the strike adeptly and ensured that the required run-rate was kept within reach.

While Rohit was dismissed after scoring 79, Dhawan reached three figures. The southpaw's 102-ball 100 contained 11 fours. The opening stand of 178 allowed Virat Kohli to go berserk and unleash mayhem on the Australian bowlers.