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A vintage Rohit Sharma blinder illuminated the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday night, propelling Mumbai Indians (MI) to a dominant nine-wicket victory over arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025 encounter. Rohit’s scintillating unbeaten knock of 76 off just 45 deliveries orchestrated a comfortable chase of CSK’s 176, providing a much-needed boost to MI’s campaign and further deepening the woes of the defending champions.
Rohit Sharma returns back to form with a blistering knock against CSK
Having struggled for form earlier in the season, averaging a meagre 13.66, Rohit unleashed a batting masterclass that left the CSK bowlers bewildered. Coming in as an impact substitute to open the innings, the veteran batsman showcased a potent blend of aggression and composure. His innings was studded with four elegant fours and six towering sixes that sent the Mumbai crowd into a frenzy.
Rohit found an equally explosive partner in Suryakumar Yadav, who himself blazed his way to an unbeaten 68 off a mere 30 balls. The dynamic duo forged an unbroken 114-run partnership that dismantled the CSK bowling attack and sealed the emphatic victory in just 15.4 overs.
Earlier in the evening, CSK’s innings witnessed a tale of two halves. After a shaky start that saw them lose three wickets for 63 within the first eight overs, Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja provided much-needed stability and impetus. Dube struck a well-crafted half-century, scoring 50 off 32 balls, while Jadeja remained unbeaten on 53 off 35 deliveries. Their crucial 79-run partnership resurrected the innings. Youngster Ayush Mhatre also chipped in with a quickfire 32 off 15 balls, injecting some much-needed momentum. However, their eventual total of 176/5 appeared below par on a surface that seemed conducive to batting.
Ritika Sajdeh enjoys Rohit Sharma’s batting from the stands
The resurgence of Rohit was undoubtedly the highlight of the match. After a string of low scores, this blistering innings served as a powerful reminder of his enduring class and ability to dominate T20 cricket.
Beyond the on-field heroics, the match also provided a heartwarming moment off the field. Rohit’s wife, Ritika Sajdeh, became a talking point for her visibly enthusiastic and proud reactions from the stands as her husband demolished the CSK bowling.
RITIKA SAJDEH'S PRICELESS REACTION TO ROHIT'S FIFTY! ❤️#RohitSharma #MIvsCSK pic.twitter.com/00MY2ZXAar
— Cricket With RS (@badkebhai) April 20, 2025
Her unwavering support and joyous celebrations resonated with fans and commentators alike, offering a glimpse into the personal journey of the cricketing icon.
