IPL 2025: Former Mumbai Indians all-rounder backs Rohit Sharma to regain form

Mumbai Indians' former captain, Rohit Sharma, has encountered a challenging start in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Despite his recent successes on the international stage, including leading India to a Champions Trophy victory in Dubai, Rohit's form in the IPL has been underwhelming. In the first three matches, he recorded scores of 0 against Chennai Super Kings, 8 against Gujarat Titans, and 13 against Kolkata Knight Riders.

Pollard's Vote of Confidence

Amidst growing concerns over Rohit's performance, Mumbai Indians' batting coach, Kieron Pollard, has expressed unwavering support for the seasoned batsman. Pollard emphasized Rohit's illustrious career and his ability to bounce back from temporary slumps.

"Personally, I've played alongside Rohit since under-19 cricket and he has forged his name and etched his name in history, in the record books, in different situations, different formats of the game. He's a legendary name in his own right and as an individual as well." Mumbai Indians batting coach said. 

“There are times when you have a couple of low scores … he has earned the right as an individual to now enjoy his cricket and not be pressurized in certain situations. So let's not judge on a couple of low scores. In cricket, we know we fail more than we succeed and I'm sure we'll be singing his praises when he gives us that big score and then we'll be on to the next hot topic,” he added.

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Transition from International to Domestic Arena

Following India's T20 World Cup triumph in June 2024, Rohit announced his retirement from T20 internationals, concluding a remarkable chapter in his career. He retired as the format's highest run-scorer, amassing 4,231 runs in 159 matches, and holds the record for the most centuries in T20 internationals with five. Despite stepping away from international T20s, Rohit continues to participate in domestic T20 leagues, such as the IPL.

Upcoming Challenges

Under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, Mumbai Indians are set to face Lucknow Super Giants on April 4 at the Ekana Stadium. The team aims to secure their second win of the season, especially after their commanding victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in the previous match. As the tournament progresses, both fans and analysts will be keenly observing Rohit's performance, hoping for a resurgence that aligns with his established reputation.