Hyderabad, March 27: Mumbai Indians’ veteran opener Rohit Sharma is poised to mark a significant milestone as he prepares to play his 200th match for the franchise in the upcoming clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Wednesday.
With this achievement, Rohit Sharma joins an elite league of players, becoming just the third cricketer after MS Dhoni (CSK) and Virat Kohli (RCB) to feature in 200 matches for a single IPL team. To commemorate this momentous occasion, Rohit was presented with a special ‘200’ jersey by MI mentor and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar ahead of the highly anticipated match.
Rohit Sharma’s IPL journey extends beyond his tenure with Mumbai Indians, encompassing a total of 245 matches, including appearances for the now-defunct Deccan Chargers. His remarkable stint with Mumbai Indians spans across 14 editions of the tournament, establishing him as the sole player to achieve this feat for the franchise.
Since his induction into the Mumbai Indians squad in 2011, Rohit Sharma has emerged as the all-time leading run-scorer for the team in the IPL, amassing over 5000 runs. His stellar performances have earned him 16 Player of the Match awards, the highest tally by any MI player.
Renowned for his leadership prowess, Rohit Sharma has captained Mumbai Indians to an impressive five IPL title triumphs. He stands alongside the legendary Sachin Tendulkar as the only Indian cricketer to score a century for MI in the IPL, with his memorable innings of 109 against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens in 2012.
Rohit Sharma’s contribution to Mumbai Indians extends beyond his individual achievements, as he boasts an unparalleled record of featuring in 111 victories for the franchise, the most by any player. His exemplary leadership has guided the team to numerous successes, with Rohit captaining MI to 87 of those wins, setting a benchmark for leadership excellence within the franchise.
Furthermore, Rohit Sharma’s consistency is evident in his tally of 35 half-centuries for Mumbai Indians in the IPL, underscoring his status as a prolific run-scorer and a cornerstone of the team’s success.
As Rohit Sharma prepares to etch his name in the annals of IPL history with his 200th appearance for Mumbai Indians, fans eagerly anticipate yet another stellar performance from the iconic cricketer.
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