IPL 2025: Rohit Sharma Benched as MI Implements Bold Strategy Against KKR

Quick Summary

• Rohit Sharma was left out of the playing XI for Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2025 match against Kolkata Knight Riders on March 31.
• Hardik Pandya, MI’s skipper, opted to bowl first and announced changes in the team lineup, which included Will Jacks returning and ashwani Kumar making his debut.
• Rohit Sharma was named as one of the substitute players and could feature as MI’s impact player during the game.
• The former MI captain has struggled this season:

– Scored zero runs (duck) in Mumbai’s opening match against Chennai Super Kings.- Managed only two boundaries before being dismissed by Mohammed Siraj in their game against Gujarat Titans.

• Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar expressed concern over Rohit’s form, noting that he is not performing at his past level and is relying heavily on instincts to stay competitive.
• Historically,MI has an notable record versus KKR but has lost five of their last six encounters.

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