Rohit Sharma, a key figure in Indian cricket and a five-time IPL-winning captain, has been facing a tough time with the bat in IPL 2025. His performance has left fans and experts puzzled, as the star batter has struggled to make an impact in his recent matches.
The Stats Behind Rohit’s IPL 2025 Struggles
In the ongoing IPL season, Rohit Sharma has scored just 82 runs in six matches. His highest score is 26 against Sunrisers Hyderabad, and his batting average is shockingly low, facing just 9.5 deliveries per innings. In fact, his highest number of balls faced in a match is 16, which came against SRH. His inconsistency at the crease is evident, with scores like 0, 8, 13, 17, and 18 in previous matches.
Rohit has yet to bat beyond the powerplay in IPL 2025. This, coupled with his inability to face a significant number of balls per innings, has raised alarms for Mumbai Indians fans. He’s averaging less than 10 balls per innings, which is a sharp contrast to his usual style of play in earlier seasons, where he faced nearly 20 balls per innings on average.
Rohit’s Battle Against Left-arm Pace
A recurring theme in his struggles has been his issues against left-arm pace bowling during the powerplay. Despite his aggressive approach, Rohit has not been able to capitalize on the favorable batting conditions in the early overs, further contributing to his low run rate.
What Boucher Says About Rohit’s Form
Former Mumbai Indians coach Mark Boucher remains optimistic about Rohit’s form. After his 26-run knock, Boucher praised his positive attitude and aggressive approach. “A big score is coming very soon. He’s looking in that zone again,” Boucher said, suggesting that the signs of a comeback are evident.
Rohit Sharma: A Season in the Making
Rohit’s IPL 2025 numbers are significantly lower than expected. Historically, Rohit has been a dominant force in IPL, with over 400 runs in previous seasons. But his form has been in freefall for the past few seasons, and 2025 has yet to show signs of improvement. His current batting statistics have made headlines, but fans are hopeful that with time, his experience and aggressive approach will shine through.
Despite his batting struggles, Rohit Sharma’s leadership qualities and the tactical decisions he makes from the dugout continue to earn praise. His involvement in Mumbai Indians’ strategies, like the one with Hardik Pandya to bring in Karn Sharma against Delhi Capitals, demonstrates his cricketing acumen.
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