Rohit Sharma Set To Make History As First MI Player To Achieve 'This' Sensational Feat
Rohit Sharma will become the first Mumbai Indians player to complete 200 matches for the franchise [x.com]
Rohit Sharma is on the brink of making history as the first player from the Mumbai Indians (MI) camp to play in 200 IPL games. This historic moment is set for March 27, when MI faces Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
Since joining MI in 2011, Rohit has been a linchpin for the team, leading them to unparalleled success with his dynamic batting and astute leadership.
Rohit set to join the 200 club
Under Rohit's captaincy, MI has clinched the IPL trophy five times (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020) and made it to the playoffs on two additional occasions, highlighting his pivotal role in the franchise's dominance in the league.
With a batting record that boasts 5,084 runs in 199 matches at a strike rate of 129.86, Sharma is not just a player but a phenomenon in the IPL, holding the title of MI's all-time highest scorer.
This achievement places Rohit in an elite group, alongside Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, as the only players to have reached the 200-match milestone with a single IPL team.
Rohit's influence extends beyond the cricket field, having mentored young talents like Ishan Kishan, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya, who have gone on to become stalwarts for MI and the Indian national team.
Despite MI's initial setback in the IPL 2024 season opener against Gujarat Titans, Rohit's personal performance, scoring 43 runs from 29 balls, remains a testament to his enduring skill and leadership.
As he gears up for his 200th match for MI, Rohit's journey from a promising talent to one of the most successful captains and players in IPL history stands as a beacon of dedication, passion, and cricketing excellence.