Why Rohit Sharma Doesn't Field During IPL Games; Reason Revealed By MI Head Coach

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Rohit Sharma has had an interesting Indian Premier League 2025 journey so far. While he has batted in every game in the tournament, the former Mumbai Indians captain, in most of the matches was subbed off during MI's fielding and it didn't make much of a sense since he was the senior most player in the team and his presence would have given boost to MI team.

However, with the IPL coming towards its business end, MI head coach, Mahela Jaywardene has revealed the shocking reason why Rohit doesn't field during IPL games.

Why Rohit gets subbed off? MI head coach reveals

Ahead of the IPL match against Gujarat Titans, MI head coach, Jayawardene attended the pre-game press conference and revealed a shocking detail. As per him, Rohit is carrying a slight niggle and hence, he has been playing more often than not as an impact sub.

As per the head coach, Rohit suffered from the niggle during the Champions Trophy campaign and hence, the India skipper is playing mostly as an impact player, a role he is fulfilling to its potential.

The extend of his injury is yet to be disclosed, but it seems the former MI captain will continue to play as an impact player for the remainder of the season.

Rohit's IPL 2025 journey so far

This season has been a topsy-turvy journey for Rohit. In 10 matches so far, the MI opening batter has amassed 293 runs, with a strike rate of 155.03, including 3 fifties to his name. Throughout the season, he has given solid starts and the middle order has capitalised on it.

The team management expects a bit more from the MI star as the team is etching closer towards playoff qualification.

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