Delhi: Mumbai Indians (Mi) opening batsman Rohit Sharma appeared to continue his struggle against the left -handed bowlers once again in the 63rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The match is being played at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Wednesday, 21 May. Rohit Sharma was dismissed cheaply and became a victim of Mustafizur Rahman by scoring just 5 runs.
Mustafizur dismissed cheaply
Rohit Sharma was caught out directly by wicketkeeper Abhishek Porel off the ball of left -handed bowler Mustafizur Rahman. Delhi Capitals bowled first and shocked Mi soon, this was the second opportunity of this season for Rohit when he was dismissed cheaply against the left -handed bowler. Earlier, he was dismissed by Arshad Khan for 7 runs against Gujarat Titans.
Left hand bowlers upset
Rohit Sharma has been dismissed four times against the left -handed bowlers this season. He got the first blow from Khalil Ahmed of Chennai Super Kings. Subsequently, Yash Dayal dismissed him for 17 runs against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). This season, Rohit’s average against the left -handed bowlers has been only 16.50, and this four out this season is the highest against the left hand bowlers for any batsman in this season.
Jayawardene’s statement
Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene also responded to Rohit Sharma’s left -handed bowlers. He had said that facing the left -handed bowlers is naturally a challenge for the right -handed batsmen, and it has been seen for many years. But he also said that Rohit is working on this weakness and he has experience.
Jayawardene said, “This is naturally a challenge for the right -handed batsmen. It has been seen by many teams, and Rohit is working on it. He is working very hard and is an experienced player.”
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