Rohit Sharma achieves historic milestone for Mumbai Indians in IPL, becomes first batter to...

Mumbai Indians lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL 2026 clash, which took place at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, April 12. It was the third loss on the trot for Hardik Pandya-led side in the tournament.

Rohit Sharma creates history for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026

Amid MI's poor performances, Rohit Sharma reached an unique milestone for the Mumbai-based franchise in IPL during his short stay at the crease against RCB. While chasing 241, Rohit got off to a flying start, but was forced to retire hurt due to a hamstring issue at 19 off 13 balls.

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During his stay at the crease the veteran became first batter for Mumbai Indians to score 6,000 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The 38-year-old has amassed 6,013 runs in 231 matches since joining MI in 2011.

Sherfane Rutherford drops fitness update on Rohit Sharma

After the loss against RCB, MI's Sherfane Rutherford opened up on Rohit Sharma's fitness without revealing key details of the injury, saying it looks like a hamstring issue.

"I am not sure about it. It’s a bit of a hamstring. I am not sure; I was in the dugout, so I can’t really give much information on that," said Rutherford.

Rohit Sharma's overall stats in IPL

So far in IPL, Rohit Sharma has represented Deccan Chargers (2008-2010) and Mumbai Indians (2011-present), scoring 7,183 runs at an average of 29.9 and a strike rate of 132.6, including two centuries and 48 fifties.

Rohit Sharma's fine form in IPL 2026

After four games, Rohit Sharma has managed to amass 137 runs at a strike rate of 165.06 with the help of 13 fours and eight sixes in IPL 2026. After a great start to the season, the former India skipper stands at 13th place in the Orange Cap race.

Mumbai Indians' next challenge in IPL 2026

The Hardik Pandya-led side will face a stern challenge when they take on an in-form Punjab Kings in their upcoming IPL 2026 clash on Thursday, April 16 at the Wankhede Stadium. With PBKS riding an unbeaten streak, the game promises to be a high-intensity battle.