Rohit Sharma might rejoin the Mumbai Indians’ lineup soon, working through rehab from that leg strain. Hurt during the game at home versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru, he's stayed out since April 12. Three games passed without him, patience guiding the call rather than urgency. Healing progresses, opening a path toward a comeback.
Back among the training drills, Rohit shows sharper movement each day. Come April 29, when MI hosts Sunrisers Hyderabad, he might just walk out to open again. Close work with support teams has helped him regain rhythm. Spirits are lifting quietly inside the dressing room at the idea of having him back in formation.
MI look to Rohit Sharma for revival amid a struggling campaign
Starting fast, Rohit Sharma carried momentum into the new season, wearing the Orange Cap for a short stretch. Four games in, his tally stood at 137 runs, powered by one fifty and a brisk pace - strike rate near 165. At the head of the batting lineup, his role is to anchor and guide, especially valuable given how often this team falters mid-race. Stability flows through players like him when others search for rhythm.
A crushing 103-run loss to Chennai Super Kings has left the Mumbai Indians struggling at number eight, having won only twice in seven games so far. As the competition moves into its tight final stretch, survival depends on victories now more than ever.
Still, the team might shift direction if they deliver their strongest game. Focus stays key, says head coach Mahela Jayawardene, especially now. Discipline matters just as much down this stretch. He sees a chance, provided everyone holds tight through what's left. A turnaround? Possible, but only with full commitment each match onward.
Back home soon after a quick trip to Jamnagar, the MI players spent time together away from practice. Following their return this Sunday, workouts will start again - just days before the big match looms.
