Rohit Sharma has etched his name alongside the greats, becoming only the second Indian after Virat Kohli to score 12,000 runs in T20 cricket. This milestone came during the Mumbai Indians’ clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Wednesday.
Rohit’s Redemption Arc
Having endured a slow start this season, Rohit is back to his explosive best. Representing the Mumbai Indians since 2011 after a brief stint with the now-defunct Deccan Chargers, the veteran opener now plays with renewed intent. He’s embraced the aggressor role, especially during the powerplay, consistently giving MI strong starts—even if they haven’t always translated into wins.
With this latest feat, Rohit joins a legendary group of batters—Virat Kohli, David Warner, and Chris Gayle among them—who’ve crossed the 12,000-run mark in T20s. His form could prove vital as Mumbai looks to climb the standings amid stiff competition and shifting market trends in player performance across the IPL.
SRH Collapse Amid Klaasen’s Lone Stand
Meanwhile, Sunrisers Hyderabad once again found themselves in early trouble. A shocking top-order collapse saw them slump to 35/5 on a pitch that offered little to the bowlers. It was Heinrich Klaasen who stepped up, smashing a gritty 71 off 44 balls to salvage some respectability for his side.
Klaasen’s valiant knock, which included nine boundaries and two sixes, was the backbone of a 99-run partnership with impact substitute Abhinav Manohar. However, the damage was already done. SRH’s lack of depth and confidence was on full display, and they remain second-last on the table with playoff hopes fading fast.
| Key Player | Runs | Balls Faced | Fours/Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heinrich Klaasen | 71 | 44 | 9/2 |
| Abhinav Manohar | 43 | 37 | 2/3 |
| Rohit Sharma | Milestone | – | 12,000 T20 Runs |
Bumrah and Boult Seal the Deal
SRH’s resistance was ultimately broken in the final overs. Jasprit Bumrah, delivering under pressure once again, dismissed Klaasen for his 300th T20 wicket—a major personal milestone. Trent Boult closed out the innings, ensuring no further heroics from Manohar.
Notably, Bumrah’s form has been critical to MI’s bowling strength, especially as they look to spark a bank rally in the points table late in the season.
As the IPL unfolds, player form, market sentiment, and team dynamics continue to shape the landscape, keeping fans and analysts glued to every development.