In one of the most emotional moments of IPL 2025, Rohit Sharma and Akash Madhwal shared a touching exchange after Mumbai Indians crushed Rajasthan Royals by 100 runs in Jaipur. Madhwal, who made his IPL debut under Rohit’s captaincy two years ago, greeted the former MI skipper with folded hands and later asked for an autograph on his jersey.
Madhwal’s Emotional Gesture to Former Captain
After the game, a video went viral showing Akash Madhwal, now part of the Rajasthan Royals, folding his hands before Rohit Sharma. The gesture was a mark of respect to the player who led him during his breakthrough IPL season in 2023, where Madhwal produced a stunning 5/5 performance as an uncapped Indian.
Rohit, visibly touched, pointed to the stands where his wife Ritika Sajdeh was watching. Madhwal repeated his respectful gesture toward her too. The two also shared a brief conversation near the boundary line after the match.
Despite conceding 39 runs in four wicketless overs, the night meant more to Madhwal than numbers. He was bought by RR for ₹1.2 crore but has only featured once this season – against his former team.
Mumbai Indians Go Top of the Table
Mumbai Indians’ dominating victory saw them notch their sixth consecutive win, placing them at the top of the IPL 2025 points table. This marked a dramatic comeback for the Hardik Pandya-led side, which was at ninth place just a few weeks ago.
Key performances included:
- Rohit Sharma: 53 off 36 balls
- Ryan Rickelton: 61 off 38
- Suryakumar Yadav & Hardik Pandya: Unbeaten 48s off 23 balls
Mumbai posted a massive 217/2, while Rajasthan were bundled out for 117 in just 16.1 overs—crushing their playoff hopes with their eighth loss in 11 matches.
A Night of Nostalgia and Dominance
While MI celebrated their dominance, the post-match moment between Rohit and Madhwal reminded fans of the emotional bonds built in cricket. It wasn’t just about a game won or lost—it was a tribute to journeys, leadership, and mutual respect.
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