IPL 2025, RR vs MI: Rohit Sharma Continues To Break Records, Enters Elite List Featuring Virat Kohli, Leaves MS Dhoni Behind

Rohit Sharma found his rhythm once again with a quickfire half-century against the Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur. The Mumbai Indians opener scored a 36-ball 53 before getting dismissed by RR skipper Riyan Parag.

Rohit Sharma Shatters Another Record Against Rajasthan Royals

With this innings, the stalwart has now entered an elite list. Rohit only became the second player in the T20 format to breach the 6000 runs mark for a single team. He has now amassed a whopping 6008 runs for the Mumbai Indians. Only Virat Kohli is ahead of him with 8871 runs for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

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Rohit is now second position in the list, which also features the likes of James Vince of Hampshire and the CSK duo MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina. Rohit's return to form will be a massive boost for the Mumbai Indians who have emerged as the contenders once again. The former MI captain could only manage 56 runs in 5 games but has roared back to form with 234 runs in the next five games. He was retained by MI ahead of the IPL auction.

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Mumbai Indians Batting Lineup Piled More Misery On Rajasthan Royals Bowlers

Coming to the match, both Rohit and Ryan Rickelton set up the stage with a 116-run stand between them. Suryakumar Yadav continued his sensational form and hit a quickfire 23-ball 48 to accelerate the innings. He smashed 4 fours and 3 sixes and recorded his consecutive 25+ scores in the IPL. Hardik Pandya was also in the mood and was particularly threatening on the leg side. The Mumbai Indians skipper was at his best and helped the team get past the 200 run hurdle with a 23-ball 48.