New Record! Rohit Sharma creates history in IPL, becomes first Indian to… | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma added one other feather to his already illustrious cap on Sunday as he etched his title in IPL history, changing into the first Indian cricketer to win 20 Player of the Match awards in the event.
The milestone got here throughout Mumbai Indians’ emphatic nine-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at Wankhede Stadium.
Having struggled for type in this season, Rohit returned to peak mode with a elegant unbeaten 76 off 44 balls.
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Entering as an affect substitute, the MI skipper showcased his classic contact with elegant flicks, easy pulls, and calculated aggression.
His innings not solely ended his private dry spell but additionally laid the right basis for a scientific chase of CSK’s 177-run goal.

Rohit was effectively supported by Suryakumar Yadav, who blazed away with 68 not out off simply 30 balls.
Together, the duo stitched a match-winning 114-run partnership as Mumbai sealed the win with greater than 4 overs to spare.
But it was Rohit’s milestone that stole the highlight. With this Player of the Match award, he surpassed a number of Indian legends to assert the highest spot in the checklist. His twentieth such award is a testomony to his longevity, consistency, and affect in the IPL over time.

Earlier in the match, Chennai Super Kings put up a aggressive 176/5, powered by half-centuries from Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja.
Young Ayush Mhatre additionally impressed with a 15-ball 32 on debut. However, MI’s bowling, particularly Jasprit Bumrah’s spell of two/25, ensured CSK didn’t run away with the sport.
As MI rejoice their third straight win and rise on the factors desk, Rohit Sharma’s record-breaking feat serves as a reminder of his enduring greatness in the shortest format.