Rohit Sharma equals unwanted IPL record with duck against CSK | Cricket News

Khaleel Ahmed celebrates after taking the wicket of Rohit Sharma. (Video seize)

NEW DELHI: On a day when Rohit Sharma grew to become the second-most capped participant in Indian Premier League (IPL) historical past, he additionally etched his identify into an unwanted record.
In Mumbai Indians’ season opener against Chennai Super Kings on the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday, Rohit was dismissed for a four-ball duck by pacer Khaleel Ahmed within the very first over.
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This dismissal marked Rohit’s 18th duck within the IPL, equalling the doubtful record held by Dinesh Karthik and Glenn Maxwell for probably the most geese within the event’s historical past.

Most Ducks within the IPL

The dismissal additionally marked Rohit’s first T20 outing since India’s T20 World Cup 2024 last against South Africa in Barbados. Despite his private setback, the milestone of changing into the second-most capped participant in IPL historical past was a major achievement. Making his 258th look, Rohit surpassed Dinesh Karthik (257 matches) and now trails solely MS Dhoni, who leads with 265 IPL appearances.

Rohit’s IPL journey started in 2008 with Deccan Chargers earlier than he grew to become the face of Mumbai Indians, main them to a record 5 IPL titles. Over 17 seasons, he has collected 6,628 runs, together with two centuries, and has maintained a strong common of 29.72. Renowned for his management and consistency, Rohit has additionally showcased his all-round capabilities with early-career bowling performances and over 100 catches.