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Rohit Sharma Hits Form with 76* in MI’s Win vs CSK | IPL 2025
Rohit Sharma ended his poor run in IPL 2025 with a commanding 76 off 45 balls*, leading Mumbai Indians (MI) to a comfortable 9-wicket win against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on April 20 at Wankhede.
💪 Trusting His Process
Before this match, Rohit had been struggling — averaging below 14 with no big scores. But instead of changing his natural game, he stuck to his positive approach.
Even MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene and batting coach Kieron Pollard backed him fully. They didn’t force extra net sessions or give too much advice. They simply trusted his experience.
“When you’re clear in your mind, things like this can happen,” Rohit said after receiving the Player of the Match award.
🔥 Attack from the Start
Rohit started strong against CSK, smashing sixes off Jamie Overton and Khaleel Ahmed. Despite a poor record against Khaleel, he took him on with a confident flick and clean drives.
He scored his first fifty of the season off just 33 balls, including 4 sixes and 2 fours. He also showed great maturity by playing out R Ashwin carefully, picking singles and preserving his wicket.
🧠 Smart Game Awareness
Rohit didn’t go wild after getting a good start. He read the conditions and bowlers smartly. His shot selection showed the experience of someone who’s been in the IPL for 18 seasons.
Jayawardene praised this maturity, saying:
“Once Rohit gets going, he changes the game’s momentum. That belief spreads across the team.”
🚀 MI’s Batting Looks Dangerous Now
Rohit’s return to form couldn’t have come at a better time for MI. With the playoffs nearing, having their captain firing is a huge boost. Suryakumar Yadav supported him brilliantly, and the duo hit 11 sixes together.
The Wankhede crowd, which earlier watched CSK’s Ayush Mhatre and Shivam Dube hit sixes, were now thrilled by their hometown heroes in blue.
🏁 Final Thoughts
Rohit Sharma’s 76 off 45* wasn’t just about scoring runs. It was a statement — a display of faith in his own method and a reminder of his class. With a strike rate of 155+ in IPL 2025, he’s proving that he still has plenty to offer.
As the business end of the season approaches, MI’s batting engine is now fully fired up.
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