Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a challenging total of 221 in Match 20 of IPL 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday, April 7. Rohit Sharma could only score 17 runs off nine balls during the chase. The 37-year-old has registered scores of 0, 8, 13, and 17 in his first four matches of the season.
"I want to ask you one question, Rayudu. I think Rohit's absence on the field is hurting from a leadership point of view. He could probably give Hardik the right input as well," Bangar said.
You Never Led an IPL Team - Sanjay Bangar Fires Back at Ambati Rayudu
Sanjay Bangar said that Mumbai Indians can use players like Tilak Varma and Naman Dhir, who don't bowl, as Impact Subs. Ambati Rayudu responded that the team now belongs to Hardik Pandya and decisions should be left to the current captain.
"But he is not the captain anymore. It is Hardik's team. Let's not get into that debate. Rohit is a great leader; we all acknowledge that, but it is Hardik's team, and he will do whatever he sees fit. Rohit's input can always come from a substitute fielder. He does not have to be on the field for that," Rayudu added.
Another Low Score for Rohit Sharma Amid Mumbai Indian’s Struggles
During MI's chase, Rohit Sharma showed early aggression. He hit two fours and a six in quick succession but was bowled by Yash Dayal in the second over for 17. Pandya smashed 42 off just 15 balls in a rapid 89-run partnership with Tilak Varma. However, MI ended on 209/9, losing the match by 12 runs.
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