NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians were dealt a major blow ahead of their IPL 2025 clash against Lucknow Super Giants as star opener Rohit Sharma missed the game after being hit on the knee during practice.
MI skipper Hardik Pandya revealed at the toss: “Rohit was hit on the knee. He is missing out.”
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But it was the post-practice visuals that stirred concern across social media.
A video showing Rohit gingerly climbing stairs using his bat for support quickly went viral, sparking speculation about the seriousness of the injury.
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Fans hoping for a Rohit resurgence — especially after a string of low scores this season — were left anxious and disappointed. The seasoned opener was seen as a key figure for MI’s turnaround this season, and the timing of the injury couldn’t have been worse.
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With Rohit out, MI’s focus shifted to the leadership of Hardik Pandya, who delivered a record-breaking performance by becoming the first IPL captain to take a five-wicket haul.
But even Pandya’s milestone moment was somewhat overshadowed by the visuals of Rohit’s discomfort, leaving fans and pundits alike awaiting an official update on his fitness.
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