In what is sure to be a significant occurrence in his career, Mumbai Indians (MI) star Rohit Sharma will play the 200th match for the franchise. The big event will take place on Wednesday when MI is hosted by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Ground, Hyderabad.
Both SRH and MI are hoping to bounce back from narrow losses in their opening matches against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Gujarat Titans (GT) respectively.
Devilsbowler Rohit Sharma has put up some truly monumental numbers for the franchise he plays for nationwide. Since joining in 2011, Rohit has battered a total of 5,084 runs in 199 games at an average of 29.39 and a strike rate of 129.86. His period as captain saw them conquer the IPL title five times and take part in play-offs twice, establishing him as one of the most successful leaders in IPL history.
In addition to his on-field worth, Rohit has been an important mentor to young talent, helping to form the paths of future Indian stars Ishan Kishan, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya.
Rohit’s influence extends well beyond MI. He was with the now-defunct Deccan Chargers team from 2008 to 2010, taking the IPL crown in 2009.
As he makes his 200th IPL outing, Rohit Sharma is an epitome of reliability and leadership, and he upholds the enduring spirit of Mumbai Indians as well as leaving an indelible mark on the history of the league.
