The Indian captain and an experienced campaigner Rohit Sharma addressed the challenges faced by batters in the English conditions. Already regarded as the toughest place to bat given the impact of outside factors, including swing in the air and movement off the pitch, Rohit spoke on the same lines - admitting even despite tremendous hard work, batters never really feel they are in.

The Indian captain and an experienced campaigner Rohit Sharma addressed the challenges faced by batters in the English conditions. Already regarded as the toughest place to bat given the impact of outside factors, including swing in the air and movement off the pitch, Rohit spoke on the same lines - admitting even despite tremendous hard work, batters never really feel they are in. Speaking during an ICC event – ‘Afternoon with Test Legends’, Rohit said to be successful in England maintaining concentration for longer durations is the key. He added that if a batter is ready to grind out in the middle, chances of lasting longer at the crease increase. "In England, in general, it's pretty challenging conditions for batters. As long as you are prepared to have a good grind, you can have success," Rohit said ahead of the World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia, starting June 7th at the Oval in London. ALSO READ: Ashes 2023: Big setback for England as Jack Leach ruled out due to stress fracture in lower back The Indian captain added, "You need to keep concentrating for longer periods of time, and you will get that intuition when it's time to take on the bowlers. More importantly, you need to be out there, and you have got to understand what your strengths are." Having attained an impressive average of over 50 in this WTC cycle, Rohit - who had played several Tests in these conditions earlier, said though he backs his style of play, he wouldn’t mind at least knowing about the pattern of some of the most successful batters in England over the years. "I am not going to try and emulate them (successful players) but it would be a bit nice to know their pattern of scoring. What I have found out at Oval is that the square boundaries are pretty quick," Rohit added. Time to cross the line Having come close on a few occasions across formats in the past decade, India failed to cross the line and win an ICC trophy. With them in stupendous form lately, India has a good chance to put everything behind them and chase the glory. Addressing the same, the Indian captain said, "It keeps challenging you. You want to be in these situations. You look forward, and as a person, it brings the best out of you. In the last 3-4 years in Test cricket, we have had good success. Now it is about crossing that final hurdle and giving that confidence to youngsters so that they can play in the way they want to play," Rohit concluded. Meanwhile, the Indian team trained at the Oval on Sunday as players sweat it out on a sunny afternoon in London. 📍 The Oval, London Prep mode 🔛 for #TeamIndia 👌 👌#WTC23 pic.twitter.com/SHEHCkzKAi — BCCI (@BCCI) June 4, 2023 × WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is very much looking forward to the World Test Championship (WTC) Final against India and aims to emulate his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Mumbai Indian and India skipper Rohit Sharma's calmness on the field.

“The calmness he (Rohit) has out in the middle is so evident. He’s obviously been there and done that for 10 years. To be out there with him and just talk through a situation was awesome," said Green ahead of the ICC marquee clash which is scheduled to start from June 7.

Speaking about his role in the IPL, Green said he was asked to be aggressive and that Rohit showed the ways&nbsp;on how to go about it.

“My role was trying to be aggressive and then he obviously showed ways to go about it, whether it was attacking spin, attacking pace, kind of picking your bowler in a way,” added the 24-year-old.

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Talking about which India batsmen they'll want to get out cheaply, Green took former India skipper Virat Kohli's name. “Virat Kohli. I think he always tries to be the man to stand up in big moments,” he said.

While Green had a decent IPL as he scored 452 runs in his maiden season and&nbsp;claimed six wickets as Mumbai managed to reach the second qualifier, he feels there's won't be problem to switch back to red-ball mode at all.

"A World Test Championship is obviously a massive moment, so I look forward to that. There is nothing like Test cricket when you’re kind of out in the middle. Obviously your nerves are running really high. I think the best players are the best ones that are able to handle that," said the big all-rounder.

After the one-off championship Test, Australia would next be facing England in the iconic five-Test Ashes series.

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Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is very much looking forward to the World Test Championship (WTC) Final against India and aims to emulate his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Mumbai Indian and India skipper Rohit Sharma's calmness on the field.

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is very much looking forward to the World Test Championship (WTC) Final against India and aims to emulate his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Mumbai Indian and India skipper Rohit Sharma's calmness on the field. “The calmness he (Rohit) has out in the middle is so evident. He’s obviously been there and done that for 10 years. To be out there with him and just talk through a situation was awesome," said Green ahead of the ICC marquee clash which is scheduled to start from June 7. Speaking about his role in the IPL, Green said he was asked to be aggressive and that Rohit showed the ways on how to go about it. “My role was trying to be aggressive and then he obviously showed ways to go about it, whether it was attacking spin, attacking pace, kind of picking your bowler in a way,” added the 24-year-old. Also Read: 'I'm fully prepared,' says England skipper Ben Stokes about bowling in upcoming Ashes Talking about which India batsmen they'll want to get out cheaply, Green took former India skipper Virat Kohli's name. “Virat Kohli. I think he always tries to be the man to stand up in big moments,” he said. While Green had a decent IPL as he scored 452 runs in his maiden season and claimed six wickets as Mumbai managed to reach the second qualifier, he feels there's won't be problem to switch back to red-ball mode at all. "A World Test Championship is obviously a massive moment, so I look forward to that. There is nothing like Test cricket when you’re kind of out in the middle. Obviously your nerves are running really high. I think the best players are the best ones that are able to handle that," said the big all-rounder. After the one-off championship Test, Australia would next be facing England in the iconic five-Test Ashes series. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

WTC Final: Aussie Cameron Green wishes to emulate MI skipper Rohit Sharma's calmness in title clash

Former India batsman Dilip Vengsarkar thinks that skipper Rohit Sharma's role is going to crucial in the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia in England. Vengsarkar opined that Rohit's a big match player and he hopes for him to bring his A-game.

Speaking to media outlet Hindustan Times, Vengsarkar said, "Rohit's role will be very crucial both as a captain and also as an opener. He is a big match player and the occasion can't get any bigger than this. I hope he brings his A-game to the table."

While the former India cricketer said that Rohit's form isn't much of a concern, he said that switching back to red-ball cricket mode from the recently-concluded IPL is something of a concern.

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"More than the form I think the fact that he will be straightaway coming to the Test match from T20s might be a bit of an issue. I wish they had a few practice games before the WTC final. When you go into a Test match as big as this and remember, there are no second chances, unlike a series, it is important you are prepared well," said the former India skipper.

Rohit is coming on the back of an average IPL where he scored 332 runs in 16 games at an average of 20.75 and a strike rate of 120. While the batting was clearly not up to the mark for a player of Rohit's caliber, the skipper once again took his side to playoffs despite not looking good earlier in the season.

Rohit's Test career, however, has been on the rise ever since he made his comeback to the side and then took over reins from Virat Kohli. The right-hand batsman had scored a hundred in first Test of India's last red-ball assignment which was the Border Gavaskar trophy in India.&nbsp;

Rohit also scored a hundred last time he played on the Oval in London, England where the WT Final is going to take place.&nbsp;

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Former India batsman Dilip Vengsarkar thinks that skipper Rohit Sharma's role is going to crucial in the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia in England.

Former India batsman Dilip Vengsarkar thinks that skipper Rohit Sharma's role is going to crucial in the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia in England. Vengsarkar opined that Rohit's a big match player and he hopes for him to bring his A-game. Speaking to media outlet Hindustan Times, Vengsarkar said, "Rohit's role will be very crucial both as a captain and also as an opener. He is a big match player and the occasion can't get any bigger than this. I hope he brings his A-game to the table." While the former India cricketer said that Rohit's form isn't much of a concern, he said that switching back to red-ball cricket mode from the recently-concluded IPL is something of a concern. Also Read: Pakistan pull out of ODI series in Sri Lanka after SLC offers to host Asia Cup - Report "More than the form I think the fact that he will be straightaway coming to the Test match from T20s might be a bit of an issue. I wish they had a few practice games before the WTC final. When you go into a Test match as big as this and remember, there are no second chances, unlike a series, it is important you are prepared well," said the former India skipper. Rohit is coming on the back of an average IPL where he scored 332 runs in 16 games at an average of 20.75 and a strike rate of 120. While the batting was clearly not up to the mark for a player of Rohit's caliber, the skipper once again took his side to playoffs despite not looking good earlier in the season. Rohit's Test career, however, has been on the rise ever since he made his comeback to the side and then took over reins from Virat Kohli. The right-hand batsman had scored a hundred in first Test of India's last red-ball assignment which was the Border Gavaskar trophy in India. Rohit also scored a hundred last time he played on the Oval in London, England where the WT Final is going to take place. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

WTC Final: 'No second chances,' says former India skipper Dilip Vengsarkar on Rohit's role in title clash

After IPL 2023, the cricketing fraternity has shifted focus to the red-ball format. While England are playing Ireland at home in a one-off contest, everyone is waiting for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final between India and Australia. It will be followed by Ashes 2023 as Ben Stokes &amp; Co. will host Pat Cummins-led Australia in the United Kingdom, starting on June 16.

Ahead of WTC final and Ashes 2023, Australian spinner Nathan Lyon off-spinner Nathan Lyon believes Cummins &amp; Co.'s&nbsp;preparations for the WTC summit clash will be unaffected by the Ashes. In addition, he&nbsp;referred to the upcoming WTC final&nbsp;as a "grand finale."

<h2>‘WTC final is our grand finale and then our season starts again’</h2>

The 35-year-old Lyon was quoted as saying by Australian Associated Press, "Yes, we are playing the Ashes, but we've got a big game that we're up for. This (WTC final) is our grand finale, and then our season basically starts again."

"That's probably where we're quite happy with where we're at with our planning. We are able to understand what we've got around the corner, and be OK. It's exciting to be part of the final and the fanfare and stuff around it, it's bloody special. I know every Australian fan is looking forward to the Ashes, and so they should be. But they should also be excited about this match," he added.

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On Australia's 1-2 series loss to India early this year in the 2022/23 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, in India, Lyon — who ended as Australia's leading wicket-taker with 22 scalps (with a best of 8 for 64) — said, "You can wipe off anything that happened in India. Both teams are really well-rounded in their squads. It is going to be a really good challenge.&nbsp; India obviously have some class batters and they have some class fast bowlers as well." He concluded by saying, "It's going to be a good challenge. Both squads going at it and competing for one game, it's going to be a really good challenge. It's a fresh start. I'm looking forward to it."

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After IPL 2023, the cricketing fraternity has shifted focus to the red-ball format. While England are playing Ireland at home in a one-off contest, everyone is waiting for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final between India and Australia.

After IPL 2023, the cricketing fraternity has shifted focus to the red-ball format. While England are playing Ireland at home in a one-off contest, everyone is waiting for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final between India and Australia. It will be followed by Ashes 2023 as Ben Stokes & Co. will host Pat Cummins-led Australia in the United Kingdom, starting on June 16. Ahead of WTC final and Ashes 2023, Australian spinner Nathan Lyon off-spinner Nathan Lyon believes Cummins & Co.'s preparations for the WTC summit clash will be unaffected by the Ashes. In addition, he referred to the upcoming WTC final as a "grand finale." ‘WTC final is our grand finale and then our season starts again’ The 35-year-old Lyon was quoted as saying by Australian Associated Press, "Yes, we are playing the Ashes, but we've got a big game that we're up for. This (WTC final) is our grand finale, and then our season basically starts again." "That's probably where we're quite happy with where we're at with our planning. We are able to understand what we've got around the corner, and be OK. It's exciting to be part of the final and the fanfare and stuff around it, it's bloody special. I know every Australian fan is looking forward to the Ashes, and so they should be. But they should also be excited about this match," he added. Also Read: India should go ahead with Ishan Kishan in Rishabh Pant's absence in WTC final, says former Aussie opener On Australia's 1-2 series loss to India early this year in the 2022/23 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, in India, Lyon — who ended as Australia's leading wicket-taker with 22 scalps (with a best of 8 for 64) — said, "You can wipe off anything that happened in India. Both teams are really well-rounded in their squads. It is going to be a really good challenge. India obviously have some class batters and they have some class fast bowlers as well." He concluded by saying, "It's going to be a good challenge. Both squads going at it and competing for one game, it's going to be a really good challenge. It's a fresh start. I'm looking forward to it." India and Australia lock horns in the WTC final on June 07 at The Oval, London. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

WTC final against India is our grand finale ahead of Ashes 2023, says Australian spinner Nathan Lyon

The forthcoming ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final is set to commence on June 7 at The Oval, London with India taking on the No. 1 ranked Australian team. Ahead of the summit clash, former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting spoke at length about the finale and mentioned two Indian batters who can pose major threat to Pat Cummins &amp; Co. and, hence, will be in their plans.

The Indian team has a plethora of star batters such as Shubman Gill, captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, etc. However, Ponting named Pujara and Kohli as two batters who will be the key players for their side and, thus, Australia will be talking and planning about them.&nbsp;

<h2>'Australia will be talking about Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara'</h2>

“The Australian team will be talking about Virat, no doubt about it, and they'll be talking about Pujara. They're the two,” Ponting said on&nbsp;The ICC Review. “Pujara has been a thorn in their side a lot in the past, and in Australia, and this wicket will potentially be a lot more like an Australian pitch. They know that they'll have to get him early," he stated.

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“They also know that Virat over the last few weeks is probably just about back to his absolute best, albeit in T20 cricket. He told me that the feeling he's getting right now is that he's almost back to his best, and that's an ominous warning for the Australians going into a one-off game,” Ponting added.

It is to be noted that Kohli and Pujara have a good record versus the Aussies in the red-ball format. Pujara averages&nbsp;50.82 with five hundreds and 11 half-centuries whereas Kohli has eight tons and five fifties at an average of&nbsp;48.26 versus the Baggy Greens. In the 2022/23 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Kohli ended his four-year-long Test century drought with a fine 183 in the fourth and final Test, in Ahmedabad, versus Pat Cummins &amp; Co.&nbsp;

The forthcoming ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final is set to commence on June 7 at The Oval, London with India taking on the No. 1 ranked Australian team. Ahead of the summit clash, former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting spoke at length about the finale and mentioned two Indian batters who can pose major threat to Pat Cummins & Co.

The forthcoming ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final is set to commence on June 7 at The Oval, London with India taking on the No. 1 ranked Australian team. Ahead of the summit clash, former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting spoke at length about the finale and mentioned two Indian batters who can pose major threat to Pat Cummins & Co. and, hence, will be in their plans. The Indian team has a plethora of star batters such as Shubman Gill, captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, etc. However, Ponting named Pujara and Kohli as two batters who will be the key players for their side and, thus, Australia will be talking and planning about them. 'Australia will be talking about Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara' “The Australian team will be talking about Virat, no doubt about it, and they'll be talking about Pujara. They're the two,” Ponting said on The ICC Review. “Pujara has been a thorn in their side a lot in the past, and in Australia, and this wicket will potentially be a lot more like an Australian pitch. They know that they'll have to get him early," he stated. Also Read: WTC Final: Indian players practised with Dukes ball during IPL 2023, reveals Axar Patel ahead of marquee tie “They also know that Virat over the last few weeks is probably just about back to his absolute best, albeit in T20 cricket. He told me that the feeling he's getting right now is that he's almost back to his best, and that's an ominous warning for the Australians going into a one-off game,” Ponting added. It is to be noted that Kohli and Pujara have a good record versus the Aussies in the red-ball format. Pujara averages 50.82 with five hundreds and 11 half-centuries whereas Kohli has eight tons and five fifties at an average of 48.26 versus the Baggy Greens. In the 2022/23 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Kohli ended his four-year-long Test century drought with a fine 183 in the fourth and final Test, in Ahmedabad, versus Pat Cummins & Co.

WTC Final | Ricky Ponting names two Indian batters who would be major threat to Australia

With the conclusion of IPL 2023, Indian players have now shifted their focus to the upcoming ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final where they will take on the No. 1 ranked Australian team in a bid to end their ten-year-long ICC-title drought. Switching from white ball to red ball won't be easy for the Indian players but spin-bowling all-rounder Axar Patel said that the WTC final-bound players practised with Dukes ball even during IPL 16.

"So even during the IPL, it was discussed that we will bowl with the red ball. We had red balls, so we were using them. You know when and how to play, how much time you have. This mental switch from white ball to red ball is obviously tough, but we have enough time," Patel told ICC.

<h2>'During the IPL, we ordered....'</h2>

Axar further added, "The difference is the Dukes ball remains shinier for longer. But during the IPL, we had ordered the ball, so were practising with it and have gotten used to it." It is to be noted that Indian players arrived in the United Kingdom in different batches for the forthcoming WTC final. The players who were out of the IPL left first and were followed by the ones whose teams bowed out in the playoffs. The likes of Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammad Shami, Shubman Gill, etc. arrived in the last batch after IPL 2023 final ended in the early hours on Tuesday (May 30).

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India will lock horns with Australia at the iconic Kennington Oval, London on June 07 for the marquee clash. In the inaugural WTC final, the Virat Kohli-led Indian team lost to New Zealand by eight wickets, in Southampton, and, hence, would be eager to win the Test mace this time around.

India's final squad for WTC final versus Australia

Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, KS Bharat (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Mohd. Shami, Mohd. Siraj, Umesh Yadav, Jaydev Unadkat, Ishan Kishan (wk)

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With the conclusion of IPL 2023, Indian players have now shifted their focus to the upcoming ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final where they will take on the No. 1 ranked Australian team in a bid to end their ten-year-long ICC-title drought. Switching from white ball to red ball won't be easy for the Indian players but spin-bowling all-rounder Axar Patel said that the WTC final-bound players practised with Dukes ball even during IPL 16. "So even during the IPL, it was discussed that we will bowl with the red ball. We had red balls, so we were using them. You know when and how to play, how much time you have. This mental switch from white ball to red ball is obviously tough, but we have enough time," Patel told ICC. 'During the IPL, we ordered....' Axar further added, "The difference is the Dukes ball remains shinier for longer. But during the IPL, we had ordered the ball, so were practising with it and have gotten used to it." It is to be noted that Indian players arrived in the United Kingdom in different batches for the forthcoming WTC final. The players who were out of the IPL left first and were followed by the ones whose teams bowed out in the playoffs. The likes of Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammad Shami, Shubman Gill, etc. arrived in the last batch after IPL 2023 final ended in the early hours on Tuesday (May 30). Also Read: WTC Final: Indians with most wickets in Tests versus Australia India will lock horns with Australia at the iconic Kennington Oval, London on June 07 for the marquee clash. In the inaugural WTC final, the Virat Kohli-led Indian team lost to New Zealand by eight wickets, in Southampton, and, hence, would be eager to win the Test mace this time around. India's final squad for WTC final versus Australia Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, KS Bharat (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Mohd. Shami, Mohd. Siraj, Umesh Yadav, Jaydev Unadkat, Ishan Kishan (wk) Standby players: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mukesh Kumar, Suryakumar Yadav WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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India vs Australia, WTC 2023 Final: Team India's road to the summit clash

Former Aussie batter Michael Hussey feels that for India to dominate in the World Test Championship Final, the veteran pair of Virat Kohli and captain Rohit Sharma must click with the bat.

Former Aussie batter Michael Hussey feels that for India to dominate in the World Test Championship Final, the veteran pair of Virat Kohli and captain Rohit Sharma must click with the bat. Hussey said considering the match is being played in the UK (at the Oval in London), starting on June 7th, the conditions will be a lot different than that in India – where Australia lost the Border-Gavaskar series for the third straight time in March early this year. Speaking to ICC ahead of the mouth-watering clash for the coveted WTC trophy, Hussey shared his views on how India could take down the star-studded Aussie attack in the conditions that ought to favour seamers than spinners. Having played alongside the two match winners, Kohli and Rohit, Hussey knows what they can do on a big day. ALSO READ: WTC Final 2023-10 days to go: ICC announces prize money for India vs Australia WTC final | Details "It’s hard to see past Virat Kohli," Michael Hussey told the ICC. "He (Kohli) is obviously coming back into some great form again in all forms of the game really, so both he and Rohit Sharma with the bat are going to be important for India." While the Australian team also have their arsenal ready for the all-important Test, Hussey feels it's Australia's bowling that will trouble the Indians. With skipper Pat Cummins, legendary Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon sure to start, the Oz will have a handy line-up, to begin with. Having said that, Mr Cricket – as fans used to call Hussey during his playing days, added India also has equally good bowlers in Mohammed Shami and Siraj and the ever-reliable spin duo of Ravindra Jadeja and Ravi Ashwin, and for Australia to stay on top of them by the end of the Test, they need to be at their best. "It is going to be played in England, so English conditions will be different to the recent series in India, so I think the fast bowlers are going to be important," Hussey said. "Pat Cummins (is key for Australia) and Josh Hazlewood might be fit again, which would be nice for Australia. "But India have got so many great bowlers as well. You’ve got (Mohammed) Siraj and (Mohammed) Shami and obviously the spinners with (Ravindra) Jadeja and (Ravichandran) Ashwin as well. It’s a world-class attack, and the Aussies are going to have to be at their best to beat them," Hussey added. A fantastic match is sure to be at our disposal – Hussey Hussey, who had been part of many memorable matches in his career, expects this heavyweight tie to deliver the expectations. The left-handed batter, now working as a batting coach with Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, expects a fantastic match to be at everyone's disposal. "I just want to see two great teams go head-to-head and see who comes out on top. We just want to see good, hard, fair cricket, and whoever comes out on top deserves to. And it should be a fantastic match," Hussey concluded. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

WTC Final: Michael Hussey backs Virat Kohli to come good with bat, expects Rohit to dictate terms early on

MS Dhoni is one of the legends of the game. Despite retiring from international cricket in August 2020, he remains one of the superstars of modern-day cricket and a huge name in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Dhoni's craze has been immense in the IPL over the years. In this season, his presence has led to fans flocking in large numbers to witness him play in what is likely his last IPL edition.&nbsp;

In&nbsp;IPL 2023, Dhoni has led from the front and taken the four-time winners Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to another final in the cash-rich league (Chennai's tenth overall). He has marshalled his troops brilliantly and also come up with&nbsp;small yet impactful knocks down the order. So far, he has 104 runs in 56 balls at a strike rate of 185.71.

Speaking of Dhoni, IPL 2023 final will be&nbsp;his 11th appearance in an IPL summit clash; the most by any player. He has won the IPL on four occasions, all as a captain (for CSK). Ahead of CSK's face-off versus Gujarat Titans (GT), in Ahmedabad on Sunday evening (May 28), here's a look at all the opposition skippers Captain Cool Dhoni&nbsp;faced in&nbsp;nine IPL finals:

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			<td>IPL 2008</td>
			<td>Shane Warne (Rajasthan Royals)</td>
			<td>RR won</td>
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			<td>IPL 2010</td>
			<td>Sachin Tendulkar (Mumbai Indians)</td>
			<td>CSK won</td>
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			<td>IPL 2011</td>
			<td>Daniel Vettori (Royal Challengers Bangalore)</td>
			<td>CSK won</td>
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			<td>IPL 2012</td>
			<td>Gautam Gambhir (Kolkata Knight Riders)</td>
			<td>KKR won</td>
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			<td>IPL 2013</td>
			<td>Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians)</td>
			<td>MI won</td>
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			<td>IPL 2015</td>
			<td>Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians)</td>
			<td>MI won</td>
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			<td>IPL 2018</td>
			<td>Kane Williamson (Sunrisers Hyderabad)</td>
			<td>CSK won</td>
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			<td>IPL 2019</td>
			<td>Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians)</td>
			<td>MI won</td>
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			<td>IPL 2021</td>
			<td>Eoin Morgan (Kolkata Knight Riders)</td>
			<td>CSK won</td>
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After guiding CSK to this season's final, with a 15-run win over GT in Qualifier 1, Dhoni also opened up on his IPL future. As speculations are rife that IPL 2023 will be his last ever, he reacted to all the rumours in the post-match presentation and said, "I have 8-9 months to decide. Why take that headache now? I'll always be there for CSK, whether it is&nbsp;playing or something outside."

Talking about Dhoni's spectacular record&nbsp;in IPL finals, he has scored 180 runs at a strike rate of 135.33 with one half-century (best of 63 not out). Overall, he has played nine finals for CSK and&nbsp;one for now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS).&nbsp;

Will Hardik Pandya outwit Dhoni in IPL 2023 finale? Or, will MSD outshine another opposition captain to win his fifth IPL trophy? Only time will tell...

MS Dhoni is one of the legends of the game. Despite retiring from international cricket in August 2020, he remains one of the superstars of modern-day cricket and a huge name in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

MS Dhoni is one of the legends of the game. Despite retiring from international cricket in August 2020, he remains one of the superstars of modern-day cricket and a huge name in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Dhoni's craze has been immense in the IPL over the years. In this season, his presence has led to fans flocking in large numbers to witness him play in what is likely his last IPL edition. In IPL 2023, Dhoni has led from the front and taken the four-time winners Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to another final in the cash-rich league (Chennai's tenth overall). He has marshalled his troops brilliantly and also come up with small yet impactful knocks down the order. So far, he has 104 runs in 56 balls at a strike rate of 185.71. Speaking of Dhoni, IPL 2023 final will be his 11th appearance in an IPL summit clash; the most by any player. He has won the IPL on four occasions, all as a captain (for CSK). Ahead of CSK's face-off versus Gujarat Titans (GT), in Ahmedabad on Sunday evening (May 28), here's a look at all the opposition skippers Captain Cool Dhoni faced in nine IPL finals: Season Opposing captains Result IPL 2008 Shane Warne (Rajasthan Royals) RR won IPL 2010 Sachin Tendulkar (Mumbai Indians) CSK won IPL 2011 Daniel Vettori (Royal Challengers Bangalore) CSK won IPL 2012 Gautam Gambhir (Kolkata Knight Riders) KKR won IPL 2013 Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians) MI won IPL 2015 Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians) MI won IPL 2018 Kane Williamson (Sunrisers Hyderabad) CSK won IPL 2019 Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians) MI won IPL 2021 Eoin Morgan (Kolkata Knight Riders) CSK won Also Read: IPL 2023: MS Dhoni's Records in Finals After guiding CSK to this season's final, with a 15-run win over GT in Qualifier 1, Dhoni also opened up on his IPL future. As speculations are rife that IPL 2023 will be his last ever, he reacted to all the rumours in the post-match presentation and said, "I have 8-9 months to decide. Why take that headache now? I'll always be there for CSK, whether it is playing or something outside." Talking about Dhoni's spectacular record in IPL finals, he has scored 180 runs at a strike rate of 135.33 with one half-century (best of 63 not out). Overall, he has played nine finals for CSK and one for now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS). Will Hardik Pandya outwit Dhoni in IPL 2023 finale? Or, will MSD outshine another opposition captain to win his fifth IPL trophy? Only time will tell...

IPL 2023: All the skippers who faced Captain Cool MS Dhoni in finals

IPL legend and a T20 master batter Chris Gayle has backed Afghanistan and Gujarat Titans ace spinner Rashid Khan and said that he will dictate terms against Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023.

IPL legend and a T20 master batter Chris Gayle has backed Afghanistan and Gujarat Titans ace spinner Rashid Khan and said that he will dictate terms against Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023. Gayle believes Rashid will threaten MI batters, mainly its captain Rohit Sharma and star player Suryakumar Yadav. Rashid has dismissed the veteran opener four out of six times, three in the previous as many outings, and also has a decent record against SKY too, who has been on a rampage this season. Ahead of the high-octane clash, Gayle said in his post on Twitter, “Rashid Khan will be the key in Qualifier 2. He has a great record against Rohit, dismissing him four times out of six, while with SKY he has conceded 67 runs at SR of 142 without ever dismissing him in #IPL. Will the tables turn? @dafabet.” Rashid Khan will be the key in Qualifier 2. He has a great record against Rohit dismissing him four times out of 6, while with SKY he has conceded 67 runs at SR of 142 without ever dismissing him in #IPL. Will the tables turn? @dafabet — Chris Gayle (@henrygayle) May 26, 2023 × Gujarat on top Gujarat Titans are, hands down, the most balanced team in IPL 2023 and unsurprisingly remain on the top of the points table with nine wins from 14 league matches. However, the 15-run loss at the hands of Chennai Super Kings in Qualifier 1 that saw them in this position fighting for a place in the finals for the second straight time. ALSO READ: IPL 2023, Qualifier 2: Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians - Match Preview and Result Prediction Against Mumbai Indians in their previous clash, it was Rashid Khan only who starred for them. Though Suryakumar’s maiden IPL hundred stole all limelight in the first innings, Rashid’s four wickets and an impressive unbeaten 79 from 32 balls in the match brought him praises from all over. GT might have lost the contest by 27 runs, but Rashid’s outing will go down in the tournament’s history as the most memorable one. Mumbai hard to beat in knockouts Following a sluggish start this season, Mumbai Indians gained momentum in the second half, winning five out of the seven games and qualifying for the playoffs. They chased 200-plus targets more than twice this season, with everyone from the batting line-up contributing with runs. While their bowling had fallen short on most occasions, the inexperienced seamers and a certain Piyush Chawla wreaked havoc in the latter half of the tournament. Even in the 'eliminator' against Lucknow Super Giants, right-arm seamer Akash Madhwal picked his career-best figures of five for five. The winner of this match will face Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, May 28th. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

IPL 2023, Qualifier 2: Rashid Khan will hold key for Gujarat, is handy against Rohit, SKY, says Chris Gayle

The five-time winners Mumbai Indians (MI) are taking on defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier 2 of the IPL 2023 edition on Friday evening (May 26) in Ahmedabad. Ahead of the marquee face-off, former Indian opener Virender Sehwag opined on Rohit Sharma's batting and said that he isn't happy with MI skipper's style of approach.

<h2>'I'm not happy with his batting'</h2>

While speaking on Cricbuzz, Sehwag said, “I'm not happy with his batting. He's trying to do a lot of things. If you've already scored 30 runs in three overs, just why will you try scoring another 20 in the next over itself? If he stands there, he will keep getting loose balls. What he's doing, is, he's forcibly trying to hits fours and sixes off good deliveries. He's stepping out and getting out. If he waits, shows patience, it will reward him." 
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“The day he scored 57 runs, he wasn't going after the bowlers. Muralitharan says one thing, whether you're a batter or bowler, you need to have patience. So, Rohit needs to show some patience. If you're chasing 200+ score, that's a different thing. But you're batting first, give yourself time. So, I'm not really happy with his batting right now,” Sehwag further added.

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Talking about Rohit, he has played some cameos and scored two half-centuries, with a total of 324 runs at 133.33, he has once again remained inconsistent. Hitman has often looked to go hard from the word go and time and again thrown his wicket after starts. In MI's must-win league stage game versus Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a bid to qualify for the playoffs, he scored a sedate 37-ball 57 but fell flat in the Eliminator versus Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), departing for 11 (10).

Rohit does not have a good record in IPL playoffs, or knockouts. Thus, he will be desperate to go big in MI's must-win game versus GT on Friday evening. The winner will take on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the finale on Sunday (May 28) in Ahmedabad.

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The five-time winners Mumbai Indians (MI) are taking on defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier 2 of the IPL 2023 edition on Friday evening (May 26) in Ahmedabad.

The five-time winners Mumbai Indians (MI) are taking on defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier 2 of the IPL 2023 edition on Friday evening (May 26) in Ahmedabad. Ahead of the marquee face-off, former Indian opener Virender Sehwag opined on Rohit Sharma's batting and said that he isn't happy with MI skipper's style of approach. 'I'm not happy with his batting' While speaking on Cricbuzz, Sehwag said, “I'm not happy with his batting. He's trying to do a lot of things. If you've already scored 30 runs in three overs, just why will you try scoring another 20 in the next over itself? If he stands there, he will keep getting loose balls. What he's doing, is, he's forcibly trying to hits fours and sixes off good deliveries. He's stepping out and getting out. If he waits, shows patience, it will reward him." Also Read: “The day he scored 57 runs, he wasn't going after the bowlers. Muralitharan says one thing, whether you're a batter or bowler, you need to have patience. So, Rohit needs to show some patience. If you're chasing 200+ score, that's a different thing. But you're batting first, give yourself time. So, I'm not really happy with his batting right now,” Sehwag further added. Also Read: 'His form should be observed': Gavaskar not in favour of ruling out Kohli from India's T20 WC plans Talking about Rohit, he has played some cameos and scored two half-centuries, with a total of 324 runs at 133.33, he has once again remained inconsistent. Hitman has often looked to go hard from the word go and time and again thrown his wicket after starts. In MI's must-win league stage game versus Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a bid to qualify for the playoffs, he scored a sedate 37-ball 57 but fell flat in the Eliminator versus Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), departing for 11 (10). Rohit does not have a good record in IPL playoffs, or knockouts. Thus, he will be desperate to go big in MI's must-win game versus GT on Friday evening. The winner will take on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the finale on Sunday (May 28) in Ahmedabad. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

'Not happy with his batting': Virender Sehwag on Rohit Sharma ahead of GT vs MI tie in Qualifier 2

Mumbai Indians (MI) went past Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2023's Eliminator on Wednesday (May 24). The five-time winners, who entered the playoffs as the fourth-placed side, romped past LSG by 81 runs in defence of 182/8 courtesy of brilliance from young pacer Akash Madhwal and quickfire knocks from Suryakumar Yadav, Cameron Green and Nehal Wadhera.

Opting to bat first, MI rode on contributions from their main batters propelled Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. to a challenging total before Madhwal's five-for (5 for 5 in 3.3 overs), smart bowling changes and LSG succumbing to the pressure led Mumbai to Qualifier 2, where they meet defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) on Friday (May 26).

After the game, Aussie all-rounder Cameron Green -- who scored a century in MI's last game in the league stage and is churning out key wickets as well -- claimed that Rohit asked the team to focus on peaking at the right time than starting with a bang and then fading away.

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<h2>'You want to be peaking at the right time'</h2>

“All the experience that he has got in India and in the IPL. I think MI has never won the first game in the IPL, I think. He has tried to tell us a few times to calm us down at the start. You want to be peaking at this time of the year (tournament).

“That is what he has been speaking about. You don’t want to be playing good cricket at the start and then slowing down. You want to be peaking now. Ya, and we play a nice game tonight,” Cameron Green told the broadcasters.

MI will now ride on their sublime form to challenge GT and prevent them from entering their second straight IPL final. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have already qualified for the summit clash, to be held in Ahmedabad on Sunday (May 28).

Mumbai Indians (MI) went past Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2023's Eliminator on Wednesday (May 24). The five-time winners, who entered the playoffs as the fourth-placed side, romped past LSG by 81 runs in defence of 182/8 courtesy of brilliance from young pacer Akash Madhwal and quickfire knocks from Suryakumar Yadav, Cameron Green and Nehal Wadhera.

Mumbai Indians (MI) went past Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2023's Eliminator on Wednesday (May 24). The five-time winners, who entered the playoffs as the fourth-placed side, romped past LSG by 81 runs in defence of 182/8 courtesy of brilliance from young pacer Akash Madhwal and quickfire knocks from Suryakumar Yadav, Cameron Green and Nehal Wadhera. Opting to bat first, MI rode on contributions from their main batters propelled Rohit Sharma & Co. to a challenging total before Madhwal's five-for (5 for 5 in 3.3 overs), smart bowling changes and LSG succumbing to the pressure led Mumbai to Qualifier 2, where they meet defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) on Friday (May 26). After the game, Aussie all-rounder Cameron Green -- who scored a century in MI's last game in the league stage and is churning out key wickets as well -- claimed that Rohit asked the team to focus on peaking at the right time than starting with a bang and then fading away. Also Read: IPL 2023: Mumbai's late resurgence to send shivers down Chennai's spine, says ex-CSK opener Matthew Hayden 'You want to be peaking at the right time' “All the experience that he has got in India and in the IPL. I think MI has never won the first game in the IPL, I think. He has tried to tell us a few times to calm us down at the start. You want to be peaking at this time of the year (tournament). “That is what he has been speaking about. You don’t want to be playing good cricket at the start and then slowing down. You want to be peaking now. Ya, and we play a nice game tonight,” Cameron Green told the broadcasters. MI will now ride on their sublime form to challenge GT and prevent them from entering their second straight IPL final. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have already qualified for the summit clash, to be held in Ahmedabad on Sunday (May 28).

Rohit Sharma wanted MI to peak now, not at the start, says Cameron Green as Mumbai enter Qualifier 2

Afghanistan will tour India for a short three-match ODI series following the World Test Championship 2023 Final. While the schedule of the Afghanistan series is not announced yet, latest reports suggest the selectors will rest some of the biggies - including regular captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj.

Afghanistan will tour India for a short three-match ODI series following the World Test Championship 2023 Final. While the schedule of the Afghanistan series is not announced yet, latest reports suggest the selectors will rest some of the biggies - including regular captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj. Hardik Pandya will lead the new-look Indian team. As quoted in the PTI, the selection committee will pick a second-string squad for the Afghanistan series, which could take place before India’s tour of the West Indies in early July. While earlier, there were talks of the series getting scrapped because of the limited window, the board will now go ahead with it. With all first-team players gearing up for the WTC Final against Australia and looking at the cramped schedule ahead of the 2023 World Cup later this year, the board has decided to manage the workload of the top names in the circuit. ALSO READ: WTC Final 2023: ICC announces prize money, winner to take home a whopping $1.6 million While the ongoing IPL 2023 is consuming for each of them in its way, the Indian team has a long tour of the West Indies after that – that include two Tests, three ODIs and five T20Is from July 12th to August 13th. The Men in Blue will then travel to Ireland for a three-match T20Is before getting ready for the Asia Cup – whose future is also in limbo. ACC board members are also expected to be in India this weekend for the IPL final, and this is where the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) President, Mirwais Ashraf and BCCI secretary Jay Shah could sit together and decide on the dates for the mini-white-ball series. Kohli, and Rohit could be rested for the Ireland series Following IPL 2023, where around a handful of young players, like every year, emerged as top performers, they will be given an extended run on the Ireland tour. Some names that are on BCCI’s radar looking at next year’s T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies are Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rinku Singh and Tilak Varma. As a result, the board might consider resting some of the top players like Virat, Rohit and Shami for this series with one eye on the Asia Cup, which will take place during the August-September window. However, after that, Australia will travel to India for a short white-ball series, and then the 2023 Men’s World Cup begins on October 5th – whose schedule will also be announced after the end of IPL 2023. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) entered Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023 with a splendid 81-run win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Eliminator on Wednesday (May 24) in Chennai. Opting to bat first, the five-time winners rode on Cameron Green, Suryakumar Yadav and Nehal Wadhera's quickfire knocks to post a challenging 182-8 before dismissing Lucknow for a paltry 101 in 16.3 overs.

With this win, Mumbai have booked a place in Qualifier 2 and will now fight it out with defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) to enter the final, where Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have already qualified. After guiding MI to the top three, Rohit earned praise from Little Master Sunil Gavaskar and claimed that his captaincy is underrated.&nbsp;Gavaskar pointed out that Rohit's captaincy isn't credited enough, unlike CSK skipper MS Dhoni.&nbsp;

<h2>'Rohit Sharma is underrated'</h2>

Speaking to India Today, Gavaskar said, "Of course, he is underrated. The man has won five&nbsp;titles for Mumbai Indians. Let me give you an example. (Akash) Madhwal got Ayush Badoni, bowling over the wicket. He then went round the wicket to the left-hander Nicholas Pooran."

"Not a lot of bowlers necessarily do that because if they get their rhythm going bowling over the wicket, they will stick to over the wicket even it's a left-hander, trying to leave the left-hander. But he went around the wicket and produced an absolute gem of a delivery and got the man out."

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"If that had been CSK and Dhoni was the captain. Everybody would have said 'Dhoni plotted Nicholas Pooran's dismissal. This is what happens to a great extent. There is also a little bit of hype, things sometimes work out," Gavaskar further added.

Gavaskar, thus, lauded Rohit for smartly using his bowlers, especially youngster and uncapped player Akash Madhwal, who returned with 5 for 5 in 3.3 overs in MI's big win over LSG. Mumbai will now aim to enter their seventh IPL final on Friday evening against Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) entered Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023 with a splendid 81-run win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Eliminator on Wednesday (May 24) in Chennai.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) entered Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023 with a splendid 81-run win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Eliminator on Wednesday (May 24) in Chennai. Opting to bat first, the five-time winners rode on Cameron Green, Suryakumar Yadav and Nehal Wadhera's quickfire knocks to post a challenging 182-8 before dismissing Lucknow for a paltry 101 in 16.3 overs. With this win, Mumbai have booked a place in Qualifier 2 and will now fight it out with defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) to enter the final, where Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have already qualified. After guiding MI to the top three, Rohit earned praise from Little Master Sunil Gavaskar and claimed that his captaincy is underrated. Gavaskar pointed out that Rohit's captaincy isn't credited enough, unlike CSK skipper MS Dhoni. 'Rohit Sharma is underrated' Speaking to India Today, Gavaskar said, "Of course, he is underrated. The man has won five titles for Mumbai Indians. Let me give you an example. (Akash) Madhwal got Ayush Badoni, bowling over the wicket. He then went round the wicket to the left-hander Nicholas Pooran." "Not a lot of bowlers necessarily do that because if they get their rhythm going bowling over the wicket, they will stick to over the wicket even it's a left-hander, trying to leave the left-hander. But he went around the wicket and produced an absolute gem of a delivery and got the man out." Also Read: Rohit Sharma wanted MI to peak now, not at the start, says Cameron Green as Mumbai enter Qualifier 2 "If that had been CSK and Dhoni was the captain. Everybody would have said 'Dhoni plotted Nicholas Pooran's dismissal. This is what happens to a great extent. There is also a little bit of hype, things sometimes work out," Gavaskar further added. Gavaskar, thus, lauded Rohit for smartly using his bowlers, especially youngster and uncapped player Akash Madhwal, who returned with 5 for 5 in 3.3 overs in MI's big win over LSG. Mumbai will now aim to enter their seventh IPL final on Friday evening against Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat.

IPL 2023: 'Unlike Dhoni, Rohit doesn't get enough credit for captaincy' - Sunil Gavaskar lauds MI skipper

For the second straight time, the Indian Cricket Team reached the finals of the World Test Championship, having previously lost to New Zealand by eight wickets in the inaugural edition two years ago in Southampton. India edged past South Africa in a tight race for the second spot following a 2-1 win over ranked-first side Australia in the Border-Gavaskar series early this year.

With most players currently involved in the IPL 2023 playoffs, seven of the 15-man squad had already flown to the UK for the WTC Final 2023, which starts on June 7th at Oval, London.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, speaking ahead of the high-octane clash against Australia, Indian captain Rohit Sharma shared his thoughts on the side's successful run to the top and how they coped with the 2021 loss at the hands of Kiwis.

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“After the World Test Championship (2021 final) in Southampton, we quickly had to regroup and get ready for the next cycle,” Rohit said in a video posted by BCCI on its website.&nbsp;

“I thought in that cycle, we played some really, really tough cricket. We were challenged a lot of times, and I thought to come out of that was obviously going to take a lot of character from not just a few individuals, but everyone.”

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<h2>Absentees must get credited for this successful run</h2>

India's run to the top in this WTC cycle saw several match-winning performances from a few individuals that are not available now. As per Rohit, Cheteshwar Pujara - who is currently plying his trade in the County Championship, and Ravi Ashwin, they need to be thanked for their efforts.

Considering India is missing services of Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer - all of whom are nursing respective injuries and are out for an indefinite period, Pujara said they must be credited, alongside everyone in the team, for the collective effort that led the side to this point.

“There have been many players who have contributed to the team. Some of them are not part of this squad currently, but it’s important that we recognise all the players that have contributed in this cycle,” Pujara said.

“It’s been a great team effort… the team management, captain, everyone has been looking forward to this moment where we qualify for the WTC finals and the guys are really excited to play at The Oval. We’ve got some good memories playing against England in UK. Overall, if I look at the last couple of years, it’s been a very good journey for the Indian Test team,” Ravi Ashwin added.

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For the second straight time, the Indian Cricket Team reached the finals of the World Test Championship, having previously lost to New Zealand by eight wickets in the inaugural edition two years ago in Southampton.

For the second straight time, the Indian Cricket Team reached the finals of the World Test Championship, having previously lost to New Zealand by eight wickets in the inaugural edition two years ago in Southampton. India edged past South Africa in a tight race for the second spot following a 2-1 win over ranked-first side Australia in the Border-Gavaskar series early this year. With most players currently involved in the IPL 2023 playoffs, seven of the 15-man squad had already flown to the UK for the WTC Final 2023, which starts on June 7th at Oval, London. Meanwhile, speaking ahead of the high-octane clash against Australia, Indian captain Rohit Sharma shared his thoughts on the side's successful run to the top and how they coped with the 2021 loss at the hands of Kiwis. ALSO READ: WTC 2023 Final: Ravi Shastri backs Ajinkya Rahane's selection for one-off contest, says he's earned his place “After the World Test Championship (2021 final) in Southampton, we quickly had to regroup and get ready for the next cycle,” Rohit said in a video posted by BCCI on its website. “I thought in that cycle, we played some really, really tough cricket. We were challenged a lot of times, and I thought to come out of that was obviously going to take a lot of character from not just a few individuals, but everyone.” WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: From Nottingham to Ahmedabad 🏟️ A journey of grit, determination, pride and teamwork 👏🏻#TeamIndia 🇮🇳 members relive a remarkable journey of reaching the WTC Final for the second time 👌🏻👌🏻 - By @RajalArora WATCH the full Video 🎥🔽 #WTC23 https://t.co/WVY41lVNNh pic.twitter.com/uOnBK74ADp — BCCI (@BCCI) May 24, 2023 × Absentees must get credited for this successful run India's run to the top in this WTC cycle saw several match-winning performances from a few individuals that are not available now. As per Rohit, Cheteshwar Pujara - who is currently plying his trade in the County Championship, and Ravi Ashwin, they need to be thanked for their efforts. Considering India is missing services of Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer - all of whom are nursing respective injuries and are out for an indefinite period, Pujara said they must be credited, alongside everyone in the team, for the collective effort that led the side to this point. “There have been many players who have contributed to the team. Some of them are not part of this squad currently, but it’s important that we recognise all the players that have contributed in this cycle,” Pujara said. “It’s been a great team effort… the team management, captain, everyone has been looking forward to this moment where we qualify for the WTC finals and the guys are really excited to play at The Oval. We’ve got some good memories playing against England in UK. Overall, if I look at the last couple of years, it’s been a very good journey for the Indian Test team,” Ravi Ashwin added. Meanwhile, the second batch of Indian players will fly after the end of IPL 2023, which finishes with the final on May 28th. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

WTC Final: 'Collective team effort led us here, boys are excited to face Australia,' says Rohit Sharma

Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Rohit Sharma's 37-ball 56 helped his team achieve a crucial win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and it eventually proved enough for them to enter the playoffs.

The Mumbai skipper laid the foundation for his team to chase down a huge target of 201 runs in just 18 overs as they beat SRH by eight wickets. This was Mumbai's eighth win in 14 league matches and they edged RCB to clinch the fourth spot in playoffs behind Gujarat Titans, Chennai Super Kings and Lucknow Super Giants.

<h2>Rohit's record outing</h2>

The Mumbai opener hasn't had best of the seasons in Indian Premier League (IPL), having scored just 257 runs in 13 matches before the match against SRH. Rohit, however, came in form just in time and smacked second fifty of the 2023 season. With his fifty, Sharma also completed 5,000 runs for Mumbai Indians - becoming the second player in the league history behind Virat Kohli to score 5,000 or more runs for one franchise in IPL.

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Virat, who has played for RCB throughout 16 seasons, leads the list with 7,162 runs, with Rohit second at 5,000 runs for MI after joining the franchise in 2011. Third on the list is Suresh Raina with 4,687 for Chennai Super Kings and MS Dhoni is on fourth with 4,507 runs also for Chennai Super Kings.

<h2>Rohit joins Virat in another milestone</h2>

The runs - 56 of them - scored by Rohit also helped him complete 11,000 runs in all T20 matches he has played - international, domestic and IPL. He now has exact 11,000 run in all T20s - second most by an Indian batsman behind Virat Kohli who has 11,864 runs to his name in all T20s.

Veteran Shikhar Dhawan is third to have most runs in T20s for India - with 9,645 runs and Suresh Raina sits fourth with 8,654 runs.

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Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Rohit Sharma's 37-ball 56 helped his team achieve a crucial win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and it eventually proved enough for them to enter the playoffs.

Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Rohit Sharma's 37-ball 56 helped his team achieve a crucial win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and it eventually proved enough for them to enter the playoffs. The Mumbai skipper laid the foundation for his team to chase down a huge target of 201 runs in just 18 overs as they beat SRH by eight wickets. This was Mumbai's eighth win in 14 league matches and they edged RCB to clinch the fourth spot in playoffs behind Gujarat Titans, Chennai Super Kings and Lucknow Super Giants. Rohit's record outing The Mumbai opener hasn't had best of the seasons in Indian Premier League (IPL), having scored just 257 runs in 13 matches before the match against SRH. Rohit, however, came in form just in time and smacked second fifty of the 2023 season. With his fifty, Sharma also completed 5,000 runs for Mumbai Indians - becoming the second player in the league history behind Virat Kohli to score 5,000 or more runs for one franchise in IPL. Also Read: Shubman Gill hits 2nd IPL ton as Gujarat beat Bangalore by 6 wickets in crunch clash, MI qualify for playoffs Virat, who has played for RCB throughout 16 seasons, leads the list with 7,162 runs, with Rohit second at 5,000 runs for MI after joining the franchise in 2011. Third on the list is Suresh Raina with 4,687 for Chennai Super Kings and MS Dhoni is on fourth with 4,507 runs also for Chennai Super Kings. Rohit joins Virat in another milestone The runs - 56 of them - scored by Rohit also helped him complete 11,000 runs in all T20 matches he has played - international, domestic and IPL. He now has exact 11,000 run in all T20s - second most by an Indian batsman behind Virat Kohli who has 11,864 runs to his name in all T20s. Veteran Shikhar Dhawan is third to have most runs in T20s for India - with 9,645 runs and Suresh Raina sits fourth with 8,654 runs. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

IPL 2023: MI skipper Rohit equals Virat's twin milestones with 57 against SRH

Cameron Green's maiden IPL hundred and a much-needed fifty from captain Rohit Sharma ensured an eight-wicket win for Mumbai Indians over SunRisers Hyderabad on Sunday.&nbsp;

Asked to bat first, SunRisers Hyderabad saw a new opening pair in Vivrant Sharma and returning batsman Mayank Agarwal taking strides. With nothing to lose, SRH's batters came all guns blazing against an inexperienced Mumbai bowling attack. The left-hand-right-hand combination did wonders for them as both stitched a maiden 100-run-plus stand and completed their respective fifties in the process.

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While Vivrant looked like breaking the shackles with the pace at which he was cruising ahead, seamer Akash Madhwal put brakes on it by dismissing him for a well-made 69 off 47 runs. On the other hand, Agarwal continued with the onslaught as he approached his first hundred of the season.

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Madhwal again provided the hosts with a crucial breakthrough as he removed Mayank for 83. In no time, the yorker specialist removed SRH's superstar Heinrich Klaasen, and England's Harry Brook bowled off successive deliveries.

Following that over, captain Aiden Markram guided his side to reach 200 for five in 20 overs with a last-ball six to Chris Jordan.

<h2>Green justifies price tag, hits ton when team needed the most</h2>

Mumbai, who needed to win this win at any cost to stay alive in the race for the playoffs, got off to a flyer with Ishan Kishan taking control of things. With Rohit also contributing with runs, the pair laid the foundation&nbsp;for batters to unleash.

Something similar happened as Bhuvneshwar dismissed him for 14 inside the Powerplay.&nbsp;Australia's Cameron Green came in and began from where he had left. The dynamite pair took the attack to the opposition and put up a hundred-plus run stand in the blink of an eye. It's fair to say a few dropped catches also contributed towards it.

While Green kept going about his business by muscling to all parts of the ground, it was fifty from Rohit Sharma that pleased all those who were&nbsp;watching.

As a 128-run partnership brought the former champions closer to the chase, Nitish Reddy's superb catch at backward point accounted for Rohit's dismissal on 56 from 37 balls. Green and Suryakumar Yadav then took on the onus&nbsp;to hunt down another 200-plus total at the iconic Wankhede.

Australia's Green slammed his maiden IPL hundred on 47 balls as he helped Mumbai chase down 201 with eight wickets in hand. With this, they have already put one foot in the playoffs as the result of the RCB vs GT game will eventually determine the final team who will advance to the playoffs.

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Cameron Green's maiden IPL hundred and a much-needed fifty from captain Rohit Sharma ensured an eight-wicket win for Mumbai Indians over SunRisers Hyderabad on Sunday. Asked to bat first, SunRisers Hyderabad saw a new opening pair in Vivrant Sharma and returning batsman Mayank Agarwal taking strides. With nothing to lose, SRH's batters came all guns blazing against an inexperienced Mumbai bowling attack. The left-hand-right-hand combination did wonders for them as both stitched a maiden 100-run-plus stand and completed their respective fifties in the process. ALSO READ: IPL 2023: Lasith Malinga disagrees with MS Dhoni, backs compatriot Matheesha Pathirana to play Tests While Vivrant looked like breaking the shackles with the pace at which he was cruising ahead, seamer Akash Madhwal put brakes on it by dismissing him for a well-made 69 off 47 runs. On the other hand, Agarwal continued with the onslaught as he approached his first hundred of the season. Fifty up in style for @mayankcricket 😎 Can he power @SunRisers to a mammoth total?#TATAIPL | #MIvSRH pic.twitter.com/K6DdtYtFqg — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 21, 2023 × Madhwal again provided the hosts with a crucial breakthrough as he removed Mayank for 83. In no time, the yorker specialist removed SRH's superstar Heinrich Klaasen, and England's Harry Brook bowled off successive deliveries. Following that over, captain Aiden Markram guided his side to reach 200 for five in 20 overs with a last-ball six to Chris Jordan. Green justifies price tag, hits ton when team needed the most Mumbai, who needed to win this win at any cost to stay alive in the race for the playoffs, got off to a flyer with Ishan Kishan taking control of things. With Rohit also contributing with runs, the pair laid the foundation for batters to unleash. Something similar happened as Bhuvneshwar dismissed him for 14 inside the Powerplay. Australia's Cameron Green came in and began from where he had left. The dynamite pair took the attack to the opposition and put up a hundred-plus run stand in the blink of an eye. It's fair to say a few dropped catches also contributed towards it. While Green kept going about his business by muscling to all parts of the ground, it was fifty from Rohit Sharma that pleased all those who were watching. As a 128-run partnership brought the former champions closer to the chase, Nitish Reddy's superb catch at backward point accounted for Rohit's dismissal on 56 from 37 balls. Green and Suryakumar Yadav then took on the onus to hunt down another 200-plus total at the iconic Wankhede. Australia's Green slammed his maiden IPL hundred on 47 balls as he helped Mumbai chase down 201 with eight wickets in hand. With this, they have already put one foot in the playoffs as the result of the RCB vs GT game will eventually determine the final team who will advance to the playoffs. 𝙂𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙣! How good was that knock in the chase 🙌 Relive that 💯 moment here 🔽 #TATAIPL | #MIvSRH pic.twitter.com/ZugNklUFKI — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 21, 2023 × WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

IPL 2023: Cameron Green's maiden ton powers Mumbai to 8-wicket win over SRH, inch closer to playoffs berth

After the end of the ongoing IPL 2023 edition, the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final will be held between India and Australia at The Oval, London on June 07. After missing out on winning the inaugural cycle, losing the final&nbsp;to New Zealand, Team India will be desperate to get their hands on the elusive trophy.

India's WTC final-bound players will head to the United Kingdom soon after IPL 2023 where they will face Australia, the No. 1 ranked Test team. Ahead of the marquee finale, former Australian captain Ricky Ponting spoke at length&nbsp;at a WTC Final media scrum, on Friday (May 19) and revealed the Indian batter who will be the prize wicket for Australia.

<h2>'I'm sure Virat Kohli will be prize wicket for Australia in WTC final'</h2>

"I caught up with Virat about a month ago when we played them in Bangalore," said Ponting. "And I had a good chat to him about his batting and where he was at and his career. And he said to me then that he actually feels like he's almost back to his absolute best."

"You probably saw that last night (referring to Kohli's 6th IPL ton during the RCB-SRH tie in IPL 2023 on Thursday evening), you know, he's had a very good IPL and I'm sure he'll be the prize wicket that all the Australians are looking forward to," he further opined.

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<h2>‘India's top order vs Australia's pacers’</h2>

Ponting asserted, "I think it'll be India's top order against Australia's fast bowling, It's a bit of a mouth-watering thought going forward."

"Generally, we think about the battles between India's spinners and Australia's batters. But will that be negated by the wicket at The Oval? Normally the wickets that I've played on at The Oval have started as really good batting wickets, and actually have offered a little bit to the spinners as the game's going on."

"That's what I'd like to see in this wicket - to have a really good contest on day four, day five, or maybe even day six, seeing how it's going," the Delhi Capitals (DC) coach added, who will be part of the commentary panel for the mega finale next month.

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After the end of the ongoing IPL 2023 edition, the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final will be held between India and Australia at The Oval, London on June 07.

After the end of the ongoing IPL 2023 edition, the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final will be held between India and Australia at The Oval, London on June 07. After missing out on winning the inaugural cycle, losing the final to New Zealand, Team India will be desperate to get their hands on the elusive trophy. India's WTC final-bound players will head to the United Kingdom soon after IPL 2023 where they will face Australia, the No. 1 ranked Test team. Ahead of the marquee finale, former Australian captain Ricky Ponting spoke at length at a WTC Final media scrum, on Friday (May 19) and revealed the Indian batter who will be the prize wicket for Australia. 'I'm sure Virat Kohli will be prize wicket for Australia in WTC final' "I caught up with Virat about a month ago when we played them in Bangalore," said Ponting. "And I had a good chat to him about his batting and where he was at and his career. And he said to me then that he actually feels like he's almost back to his absolute best." "You probably saw that last night (referring to Kohli's 6th IPL ton during the RCB-SRH tie in IPL 2023 on Thursday evening), you know, he's had a very good IPL and I'm sure he'll be the prize wicket that all the Australians are looking forward to," he further opined. Also Read: 'Don't care...': Virat Kohli silences critics with 'I know how to win games' remark after 6th IPL ton - Watch ‘India's top order vs Australia's pacers’ Ponting asserted, "I think it'll be India's top order against Australia's fast bowling, It's a bit of a mouth-watering thought going forward." "Generally, we think about the battles between India's spinners and Australia's batters. But will that be negated by the wicket at The Oval? Normally the wickets that I've played on at The Oval have started as really good batting wickets, and actually have offered a little bit to the spinners as the game's going on." "That's what I'd like to see in this wicket - to have a really good contest on day four, day five, or maybe even day six, seeing how it's going," the Delhi Capitals (DC) coach added, who will be part of the commentary panel for the mega finale next month. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

'He will be the prize wicket for Australia in WTC final': Ricky Ponting lauds star Indian batter

Cricketer-turned-commentator New Zealand's Simon Doull feels giving up Mumbai Indians captaincy will set Rohit Sharma free, something he needs as the IPL veteran continues to struggle for runs this season. Rohit Sharma perhaps tried everything - gave himself an extended run, dropped to number three, didn't field in one game and came as an impact player - but nothing seems to work.

Although his team has risen from the ashes following a terrible start this season, and is now on the brink of sealing a playoff berth - what earlier looked like an improbable task, Rohit's fans are aware of his dip in form.

Doull, who had faced the wrath of speaking against two top players' (Virat and Babar) strike rates earlier, has again made a bold comment on Rohit Sharma's future as MI captain.&nbsp;

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Speaking as an expert on Cricbuzz, Doull said Rohit must let go of the captaincy as he's already leading India in two formats.&nbsp;

"I was a big proponent of him [Virat Kohli] giving up the captaincy of RCB, much like I am with Rohit, now that he is the captain of India. I just think this is the tournament where he needs to be free and just play,” Doull said on Cricbuzz, as quoted in India Today.

<h2>Rohit must follow Kohli's path - Simon</h2>

Explaining further what he meant, Doull said looking at how Kohli benefitted after resigning as a captain, Rohit must follow the same path as he deserves to play freely and score runs.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, former South African captain Faf du Plessis replaced Kohli, and the pair wreaked havoc this season, contributing with more than 800 runs at the top.

"When I talked about Virat and the captaincy, it was like every pressure was on him. Indian captaincy, three formats, RCB captaincy, and just to see that taken away, and it was never going to go to someone who he wasn't going to respect. So there are only two or three players in world cricket that could have gone to Bangalore and been captain,” Doull added

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Cricketer-turned-commentator New Zealand's Simon Doull feels giving up Mumbai Indians captaincy will set Rohit Sharma free, something he needs as the IPL veteran continues to struggle for runs this season.

Cricketer-turned-commentator New Zealand's Simon Doull feels giving up Mumbai Indians captaincy will set Rohit Sharma free, something he needs as the IPL veteran continues to struggle for runs this season. Rohit Sharma perhaps tried everything - gave himself an extended run, dropped to number three, didn't field in one game and came as an impact player - but nothing seems to work. Although his team has risen from the ashes following a terrible start this season, and is now on the brink of sealing a playoff berth - what earlier looked like an improbable task, Rohit's fans are aware of his dip in form. Doull, who had faced the wrath of speaking against two top players' (Virat and Babar) strike rates earlier, has again made a bold comment on Rohit Sharma's future as MI captain. ALSO READ: IPL 2023: 'Perplexed' Zaheer Khan raises questions over Umran Malik's omission from SRH squad Speaking as an expert on Cricbuzz, Doull said Rohit must let go of the captaincy as he's already leading India in two formats. "I was a big proponent of him [Virat Kohli] giving up the captaincy of RCB, much like I am with Rohit, now that he is the captain of India. I just think this is the tournament where he needs to be free and just play,” Doull said on Cricbuzz, as quoted in India Today. Rohit must follow Kohli's path - Simon Explaining further what he meant, Doull said looking at how Kohli benefitted after resigning as a captain, Rohit must follow the same path as he deserves to play freely and score runs. Meanwhile, former South African captain Faf du Plessis replaced Kohli, and the pair wreaked havoc this season, contributing with more than 800 runs at the top. "When I talked about Virat and the captaincy, it was like every pressure was on him. Indian captaincy, three formats, RCB captaincy, and just to see that taken away, and it was never going to go to someone who he wasn't going to respect. So there are only two or three players in world cricket that could have gone to Bangalore and been captain,” Doull added In 13 matches this season, Rohit has scored just 257 runs at an average of 19.77 and a strike rate of 131.12. With MI currently placed fifth on the points table with 14 points from 13 matches, they will only qualify for the playoffs if they win their final league match against SunRisers Hyderabad at home. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

IPL 2023: Will giving up Mumbai Indians captaincy help Rohit Sharma find form? Simon Doull feels so

Early this month, Mumbai Indians (MI) were dealt with a major blow as speedster Jofra Archer got ruled out of the IPL 2023 edition. Archer featured in only five games for the Rohit Sharma-led franchise and accounted for a mere&nbsp;two wickets at an economy rate of 9.50. With the recurrence of stress fracture in his right elbow, he is now also out of the upcoming English summer, to miss Ashes 2023.

A lot was expected from Archer in the MI jersey. Having returned to international cricket, early this year, after almost 24 months, the 28-year-old never looked in his elements in IPL 2023, not bowling quick and looking threatening with the ball. After his return home, as the England Cricket Board (ECB) is monitoring his recovery, Little Master Sunil Gavaskar has slammed Archer left, right and centre.

<h2>'MI&nbsp;paid big money for him and what has he given in return?'</h2>

Gavaskar wrote in his column for Mid-Day, "What has been Mumbai Indians experience of Jofra Archer? They took a punt on him knowing that he was injured and would be available only from this season. They paid big money for him and what has he given in return? He didn't seem 100 per cent fit and he should have informed the franchise about it. They only realised when he turned up and found that he was barely able to bowl at his usual pace. "

He further opined, "In between the tournament, he went abroad for treatment which is what his country's cricket board apparently said. So he was never fully fit, but still came over. If he was committed to the franchise, who probably pay him more than the ECB does, he should have stayed right till the end even if he wasn't going to play and show his commitment towards the franchise. Instead, he has opted to fly off back to the UK."

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<h2>'This has got to be the greatest diversionary trick attempted'</h2>

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Gavaskar added, "A day later, a story appears that he is going to get a multi-million-pound deal with Mumbai Indians to play for their team in the various leagues in the world. This has got to be the greatest diversionary trick attempted. Mumbai Indians are not fools to sign a lame horse for any future race. Make no mistake, Mumbai Indians won't be amused at the turn of events and now that they have come back well in the tournament without his presence, he will be lucky if he gets his full fee for the IPL and if he does then he would do well to give half to his favourite charity."

"There's simply no point paying even one rupee for a player, however big a name he may be, if he is not going to be available for the entire tournament. It's got to be the player's choice to pick playing for an IPL franchise or his country. Full marks to him if he chooses country over IPL, but if he chooses IPL then he has to fulfil his commitments totally and not make some excuse and leave early, especially towards the time when qualifying for the Playoffs becomes crucial."

Archer's career has been marred with injury concerns. After being a part of England's maiden ODI World Cup campaign, in 2019, his graph has only gone down.&nbsp;In 2021, a stress fracture to his right elbow halted his progress whereas it was followed by&nbsp;a stress fracture of the back in the following year. Now, Archer is running against time to fully recover and stage a comeback in the English line-up for their ODI WC defence, later this year in India.&nbsp;

Early this month, Mumbai Indians (MI) were dealt with a major blow as speedster Jofra Archer got ruled out of the IPL 2023 edition. Archer featured in only five games for the Rohit Sharma-led franchise and accounted for a mere two wickets at an economy rate of 9.

Early this month, Mumbai Indians (MI) were dealt with a major blow as speedster Jofra Archer got ruled out of the IPL 2023 edition. Archer featured in only five games for the Rohit Sharma-led franchise and accounted for a mere two wickets at an economy rate of 9.50. With the recurrence of stress fracture in his right elbow, he is now also out of the upcoming English summer, to miss Ashes 2023. A lot was expected from Archer in the MI jersey. Having returned to international cricket, early this year, after almost 24 months, the 28-year-old never looked in his elements in IPL 2023, not bowling quick and looking threatening with the ball. After his return home, as the England Cricket Board (ECB) is monitoring his recovery, Little Master Sunil Gavaskar has slammed Archer left, right and centre. 'MI paid big money for him and what has he given in return?' Gavaskar wrote in his column for Mid-Day, "What has been Mumbai Indians experience of Jofra Archer? They took a punt on him knowing that he was injured and would be available only from this season. They paid big money for him and what has he given in return? He didn't seem 100 per cent fit and he should have informed the franchise about it. They only realised when he turned up and found that he was barely able to bowl at his usual pace. " He further opined, "In between the tournament, he went abroad for treatment which is what his country's cricket board apparently said. So he was never fully fit, but still came over. If he was committed to the franchise, who probably pay him more than the ECB does, he should have stayed right till the end even if he wasn't going to play and show his commitment towards the franchise. Instead, he has opted to fly off back to the UK." Also Read: SA will be missing a trick if they don't take Faf du Plessis to ODI World Cup, opines RCB star Dinesh Karthik 'This has got to be the greatest diversionary trick attempted' Gavaskar added, "A day later, a story appears that he is going to get a multi-million-pound deal with Mumbai Indians to play for their team in the various leagues in the world. This has got to be the greatest diversionary trick attempted. Mumbai Indians are not fools to sign a lame horse for any future race. Make no mistake, Mumbai Indians won't be amused at the turn of events and now that they have come back well in the tournament without his presence, he will be lucky if he gets his full fee for the IPL and if he does then he would do well to give half to his favourite charity." "There's simply no point paying even one rupee for a player, however big a name he may be, if he is not going to be available for the entire tournament. It's got to be the player's choice to pick playing for an IPL franchise or his country. Full marks to him if he chooses country over IPL, but if he chooses IPL then he has to fulfil his commitments totally and not make some excuse and leave early, especially towards the time when qualifying for the Playoffs becomes crucial." Archer's career has been marred with injury concerns. After being a part of England's maiden ODI World Cup campaign, in 2019, his graph has only gone down. In 2021, a stress fracture to his right elbow halted his progress whereas it was followed by a stress fracture of the back in the following year. Now, Archer is running against time to fully recover and stage a comeback in the English line-up for their ODI WC defence, later this year in India.

IPL 2023: 'No point paying...': Gavaskar slams injured Jofra Archer, says 'what has he given MI in return?'

Ireland batter Harry Tector gained 72 rating points to sit in the seventh spot in the latest ICC ODI Rankings for batters - the best-ever for an Irish cricketer. In the process, Tector also leapfrogged Indian legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who are eighth and tenth, respectively.

Following a stunning home series against Bangladesh, where in three matches the young right-hander finished with 206 runs, scoring 21*, 140 and 45, Tector took his rating points to 722 - bettering Paul Stirling's tally of 697 rating points, which he attained in June 2021. Although his numbers couldn't help Ireland claim a series win as Bangladesh beat them 2-0, with the first game getting washed out.

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Tector, who left an impression with his superb stroke play during the home T20I series against India last year, has scored 769 runs in 13 outings since 2022. The tall batter scored four centuries (including two against New Zealand last year, one each against Zimbabwe and Bangladesh in 2023) and as many fifties - at an impressive average of 76.90 and a strike rate of 90.89.

Next in the line is veteran batter Stirling who has 352 runs from 12 ODIs.

Tector will get a chance to improve his numbers during the upcoming 2023 World Cup Qualifiers in Zimbabwe, beginning June 18th. Ireland are placed in Group B alongside West Indies, Nepal, Scotland and the USA. For the Irish team to make the cut for the 2023 World Cup, they need to stay on the top of the group to qualify as one of the two teams to go through.

Meanwhile, Harry Tector was tipped to go for huge numbers in the IPL 2023, but didn't get any buyers at last year's auction. However, with the action-packed Qualifiers coming up and India also slated to travel to Ireland for a short white-ball series in around August time, Tector, if he remains fit, will have a chance to up his game and climb the ranking ladder.

Pakistan captain Babar Azam is the rank number one batter in ODIs with 886 rating points, with South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen second on the list with 777 points. The third and fourth spot is occupied by the Pakistan opening pair of Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq, whereas, India's young gun Shubman Gill is fifth with 738 points.

Virat, with 719 points, and captain Rohit with 707 points, are also in the top ten.

Ireland batter Harry Tector gained 72 rating points to sit in the seventh spot in the latest ICC ODI Rankings for batters - the best-ever for an Irish cricketer.

Ireland batter Harry Tector gained 72 rating points to sit in the seventh spot in the latest ICC ODI Rankings for batters - the best-ever for an Irish cricketer. In the process, Tector also leapfrogged Indian legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who are eighth and tenth, respectively. Following a stunning home series against Bangladesh, where in three matches the young right-hander finished with 206 runs, scoring 21*, 140 and 45, Tector took his rating points to 722 - bettering Paul Stirling's tally of 697 rating points, which he attained in June 2021. Although his numbers couldn't help Ireland claim a series win as Bangladesh beat them 2-0, with the first game getting washed out. ALSO READ: Three out of four alleged sexual assault charges against Sri Lanka's Danushka Gunathilaka dropped Tector, who left an impression with his superb stroke play during the home T20I series against India last year, has scored 769 runs in 13 outings since 2022. The tall batter scored four centuries (including two against New Zealand last year, one each against Zimbabwe and Bangladesh in 2023) and as many fifties - at an impressive average of 76.90 and a strike rate of 90.89. Next in the line is veteran batter Stirling who has 352 runs from 12 ODIs. Tector will get a chance to improve his numbers during the upcoming 2023 World Cup Qualifiers in Zimbabwe, beginning June 18th. Ireland are placed in Group B alongside West Indies, Nepal, Scotland and the USA. For the Irish team to make the cut for the 2023 World Cup, they need to stay on the top of the group to qualify as one of the two teams to go through. Meanwhile, Harry Tector was tipped to go for huge numbers in the IPL 2023, but didn't get any buyers at last year's auction. However, with the action-packed Qualifiers coming up and India also slated to travel to Ireland for a short white-ball series in around August time, Tector, if he remains fit, will have a chance to up his game and climb the ranking ladder. Pakistan captain Babar Azam is the rank number one batter in ODIs with 886 rating points, with South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen second on the list with 777 points. The third and fourth spot is occupied by the Pakistan opening pair of Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq, whereas, India's young gun Shubman Gill is fifth with 738 points. Virat, with 719 points, and captain Rohit with 707 points, are also in the top ten.

Ireland's Harry Tector leapfrogs Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to attain number seven spot in latest ODI rankings

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) lost to the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by five runs as they failed to chase down a 178-run target in match 63 of the IPL 2023 edition on Tuesday (May 17), in Lucknow. Opting to bowl first, MI had reduced LSG to 35 for 3 before Marcus Stoinis' 47-ball 83* helped his side post a competitive 177 for 3. In reply, Rohit-Ishan Kishan's 90-run opening stand led to Mumbai's strong start before they lost the plot in the second half of their run-chase to lose by five runs, managing only 172 for 5.

During MI's opening stand, Rohit started on a positive note. He looked in his elements and smacked few biggies. He welcomed LSG's impact substitute Yash Thakur, in the fourth over, with a huge six courtesy of his trademark pull. Here's the video of Rohit dancing down the track to smash a huge six towards deep mid-wicket -

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Despite MI's strong start, they lost the plot once Ishan and Rohit departed. The MI captain was the first to get dismissed as he fell for a promising 25-ball 37 whereas Ishan departed for 59 (39). After their dismissals, Krunal Pandya (1 for 27) and Ravi Bishnoi (2 for 26) led the charge whereas twin strikes from Yash Thakur and a brilliant last over from Mohsin Khan led to Lucknow's crucial win ahead of the playoffs.

<h2>HITMAN REFLECTS ON MI's LOSS</h2>

At the post-match presentation, Rohit said, "We didn't play well enough to win the game. There were little moments in the game that we didn't win unfortunately. We assessed the pitch really well and it was a good pitch to bat on and that score was definitely chaseable and we lost our way in the second half of the innings. We gave too many runs at the back end and the last three overs went for a few. But the way we started with the bat we were in a good position to chase, but like I said we lost our way in the second half."

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) lost to the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by five runs as they failed to chase down a 178-run target in match 63 of the IPL 2023 edition on Tuesday (May 17), in Lucknow.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) lost to the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by five runs as they failed to chase down a 178-run target in match 63 of the IPL 2023 edition on Tuesday (May 17), in Lucknow. Opting to bowl first, MI had reduced LSG to 35 for 3 before Marcus Stoinis' 47-ball 83* helped his side post a competitive 177 for 3. In reply, Rohit-Ishan Kishan's 90-run opening stand led to Mumbai's strong start before they lost the plot in the second half of their run-chase to lose by five runs, managing only 172 for 5. During MI's opening stand, Rohit started on a positive note. He looked in his elements and smacked few biggies. He welcomed LSG's impact substitute Yash Thakur, in the fourth over, with a huge six courtesy of his trademark pull. Here's the video of Rohit dancing down the track to smash a huge six towards deep mid-wicket - SOUND 🔛 😍@mipaltan fans, shot of the innings so far? 😉#TATAIPL | #LSGvMI | @ImRo45 pic.twitter.com/wBZFAElqmx — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 16, 2023 × Also Read: IPL 2023: Marcus Stoinis gets standing ovation from LSG mentor Gautam Gambhir during onslaught vs MI - Watch Despite MI's strong start, they lost the plot once Ishan and Rohit departed. The MI captain was the first to get dismissed as he fell for a promising 25-ball 37 whereas Ishan departed for 59 (39). After their dismissals, Krunal Pandya (1 for 27) and Ravi Bishnoi (2 for 26) led the charge whereas twin strikes from Yash Thakur and a brilliant last over from Mohsin Khan led to Lucknow's crucial win ahead of the playoffs. HITMAN REFLECTS ON MI's LOSS At the post-match presentation, Rohit said, "We didn't play well enough to win the game. There were little moments in the game that we didn't win unfortunately. We assessed the pitch really well and it was a good pitch to bat on and that score was definitely chaseable and we lost our way in the second half of the innings. We gave too many runs at the back end and the last three overs went for a few. But the way we started with the bat we were in a good position to chase, but like I said we lost our way in the second half."

IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma dances down the track, smacks a huge SIX in LSG vs MI clash - Watch

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has backed Ravi Shastri's recent claims that Team India should move on from the likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the T20I format. In a conversation with ESPNCricinfo, ex-India head coach Ravi Shastri said, "I wanted the selection committee to "start blooding them right now". He then added: "Players like Rohit, Virat Kohli, they are proven, you know what they are all about. I would go in that [good performers in the IPL] direction so that they get the opportunities, they get the exposure."

Now, Chopra has joined the bandwagon and made a big claim. The former Indian batter-turned-commentator feels the trio of Rohit, Kohli and KL Rahul won't feature in India's T20I plans this year with the ODI World Cup being the main agenda, to be held after a few months, in October-November. Chopra added that if India are determined to adapt to a new and more aggressive style of play, then the senior batters won't be able to adjust smoothly and following the superb performances of a plethora of youngsters in ongoing IPL 2023, such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Verma, Rinku Singh, etc., it is an apt time to try out the youngsters in the shortest format.

Chopra told Hindustan Times, "I won't see his (Rahul's) case to be in isolation in any way, to begin with. I feel the next generation of cricketers for this format is almost getting ready and the previous generation of players will find it increasingly difficult to be a part of the new template. If India, as they said in the last T20 World Cup that they are looking for a new template to play T20 cricket in, continue to play in the same fashion, you will see a lot of the previous generation players not being part of the T20 scheme of things."

"This is an ODI World Cup year so anyway India will be playing fewer T20I games in the remaining year, but whatever matches they play, I don't think you will see Kohli, Rohit or Rahul play. You don't even know when Rahul will actually be available. That is why I'm saying, things will change in the next 90 days," he asserted.

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'I feel in the next 90 days...'

Chopra further asserted, "For Yashasvi I have in fact kept a timeline. I feel he will be in the Indian team in the next 90 days. The other one I feel is Rinku Singh and it is time to take him a lot more seriously. Those five sixes weren't a fluke. He has scored around 400 or more runs and the strike rate at which they have been scored and from that batting position, there is no other option available. Remember, these two aren't just a T20 phenomenon."

Rinku has a first-class average of 60 while Yashasvi has scored over 1000 runs in his short domestic career so far. So they have been performing in other formats as well it is just that the world tends to focus more on a player when it happens in the IPL," the former opener concluded.

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has backed Ravi Shastri's recent claims that Team India should move on from the likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the T20I format.

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has backed Ravi Shastri's recent claims that Team India should move on from the likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the T20I format. In a conversation with ESPNCricinfo, ex-India head coach Ravi Shastri said, "I wanted the selection committee to "start blooding them right now". He then added: "Players like Rohit, Virat Kohli, they are proven, you know what they are all about. I would go in that [good performers in the IPL] direction so that they get the opportunities, they get the exposure." Now, Chopra has joined the bandwagon and made a big claim. The former Indian batter-turned-commentator feels the trio of Rohit, Kohli and KL Rahul won't feature in India's T20I plans this year with the ODI World Cup being the main agenda, to be held after a few months, in October-November. Chopra added that if India are determined to adapt to a new and more aggressive style of play, then the senior batters won't be able to adjust smoothly and following the superb performances of a plethora of youngsters in ongoing IPL 2023, such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Verma, Rinku Singh, etc., it is an apt time to try out the youngsters in the shortest format. Chopra told Hindustan Times, "I won't see his (Rahul's) case to be in isolation in any way, to begin with. I feel the next generation of cricketers for this format is almost getting ready and the previous generation of players will find it increasingly difficult to be a part of the new template. If India, as they said in the last T20 World Cup that they are looking for a new template to play T20 cricket in, continue to play in the same fashion, you will see a lot of the previous generation players not being part of the T20 scheme of things." "This is an ODI World Cup year so anyway India will be playing fewer T20I games in the remaining year, but whatever matches they play, I don't think you will see Kohli, Rohit or Rahul play. You don't even know when Rahul will actually be available. That is why I'm saying, things will change in the next 90 days," he asserted. Also Read: Go on and lead the next generation: Virat Kohli lauds Shubman Gill after GT opener's maiden IPL ton 'I feel in the next 90 days...' Chopra further asserted, "For Yashasvi I have in fact kept a timeline. I feel he will be in the Indian team in the next 90 days. The other one I feel is Rinku Singh and it is time to take him a lot more seriously. Those five sixes weren't a fluke. He has scored around 400 or more runs and the strike rate at which they have been scored and from that batting position, there is no other option available. Remember, these two aren't just a T20 phenomenon." Rinku has a first-class average of 60 while Yashasvi has scored over 1000 runs in his short domestic career so far. So they have been performing in other formats as well it is just that the world tends to focus more on a player when it happens in the IPL," the former opener concluded.

Aakash Chopra predicts Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rinku Singh to replace Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli in T20Is

Mumbai Indians batter Suryakumar Yadav scored his maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) century in match 57 against Gujarat Titans and helped his team get two crucial points from the win.

The swashbuckling batsman had come into the IPL 2023 on the back of three golden ducks in the three-match ODI series against Australia and took time to get going but seems like to have hit his purple patch in the last few matches.

MI skipper Rohit Sharma also acknowledged the confidence batsman has and revealed how SKY decided to go against the left-right combination Rohit wanted to use.&nbsp;

"Honestly, it's just the confidence Surya has got. At the start of the tournament, we were debating if we need a left-right combination, Surya said no, 'I want to go in'," said Rohit.

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"That's the kind of confidence he brings and it rubs off on the guys who are batting with him. There's no looking back. Good thing is every game he's wanting to start fresh. Which is nice for a cricketer to think like that. Sometimes you can sit back and be very proud about it, but that's not the case with him," added the MI skipper further.

Notably, Surya didn't have a great start to IPL 2023 as well, having scored 15, 1, and 0 in the first three games for Mumbai. He managed to score 43 in the fourth match of the season for MI, but got seven in the next.

It was his innings against Punjab Kings, where he scored 57 in the sixth match of the season, that he got his form back. In the six matches after scoring a fifty against PBKS, Surya has scored 50+ scored four times and converted his last 50 into a ton - 103 off 49 to be precise with 11 fours and six sixes.

In total, Suryakumar has scored 479 runs this season so far, at an average of 43.55 and a whooping strike rate of 190.84.

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Mumbai Indians batter Suryakumar Yadav scored his maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) century in match 57 against Gujarat Titans and helped his team get two crucial points from the win.

Mumbai Indians batter Suryakumar Yadav scored his maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) century in match 57 against Gujarat Titans and helped his team get two crucial points from the win. The swashbuckling batsman had come into the IPL 2023 on the back of three golden ducks in the three-match ODI series against Australia and took time to get going but seems like to have hit his purple patch in the last few matches. MI skipper Rohit Sharma also acknowledged the confidence batsman has and revealed how SKY decided to go against the left-right combination Rohit wanted to use. "Honestly, it's just the confidence Surya has got. At the start of the tournament, we were debating if we need a left-right combination, Surya said no, 'I want to go in'," said Rohit. Also Read: Former coach Ravi Shastri picks Hardik Pandya to be India's next T20I captain "That's the kind of confidence he brings and it rubs off on the guys who are batting with him. There's no looking back. Good thing is every game he's wanting to start fresh. Which is nice for a cricketer to think like that. Sometimes you can sit back and be very proud about it, but that's not the case with him," added the MI skipper further. Notably, Surya didn't have a great start to IPL 2023 as well, having scored 15, 1, and 0 in the first three games for Mumbai. He managed to score 43 in the fourth match of the season for MI, but got seven in the next. It was his innings against Punjab Kings, where he scored 57 in the sixth match of the season, that he got his form back. In the six matches after scoring a fifty against PBKS, Surya has scored 50+ scored four times and converted his last 50 into a ton - 103 off 49 to be precise with 11 fours and six sixes. In total, Suryakumar has scored 479 runs this season so far, at an average of 43.55 and a whooping strike rate of 190.84. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

IPL 2023: MI skipper Rohit reveals Surya defied his suggestion on batting order at the start of season

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) beat Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by six wickets in pursuit of 200-run target at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in match 54 of IPL 2023 on Tuesday (May 09). Courtesy of Suryakumar Yadav's special, 83 off 35&nbsp;balls, the five-time winners dominated the RCB bowlers to complete their third successful 200-plus chase in an IPL season.

Moreover, MI also completed the fastest 200-plus run-chase in terms of balls remaining, winning in 16.3 overs (21 balls to spare). While MI prevented RCB from posting anything over 200, their middle-order batters continued their merry run but skipper Rohit fell for 7 (8). He has only managed 191 runs in 11 games. Speaking about Hitman's poor form, former India head coach Ravi Shastri made a bold prediction.

"If they make the playoffs, a Man of the Match, I can guarantee you in one of the games in the playoffs," Ravi Shastri told Star Sports.

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Shastri added, "It's a positive and it's a danger sign for other teams. He is going to wake up, he is going to come out and smack it one day. I just hope he keeps the shape when he is attempting those aggressive shots. He has got so much of time to play the shots. He is bound to come back to form, there is no doubt about it."

Irfan Pathan, India's former all-rounder, also joined in and claimed, "I think he is comeback sooner or later. Hopefully, for Mumbai Indians fans, he comes to form in the crunch situation. Big players do that. Big players always come back to form when the team needs them the most. He will use all his experience of playing the IPL, playing international cricket to return to form."

Rohit-led MI moved to the third spot, from the eighth position, with their six-wicket win over RCB. They now have 12 points with three more games to play in the league stage. Mumbai are, thus, closer to securing a playoffs spot and will also hope for their captain to come good sooner than later.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) beat Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by six wickets in pursuit of 200-run target at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in match 54 of IPL 2023 on Tuesday (May 09).

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) beat Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by six wickets in pursuit of 200-run target at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in match 54 of IPL 2023 on Tuesday (May 09). Courtesy of Suryakumar Yadav's special, 83 off 35 balls, the five-time winners dominated the RCB bowlers to complete their third successful 200-plus chase in an IPL season. Moreover, MI also completed the fastest 200-plus run-chase in terms of balls remaining, winning in 16.3 overs (21 balls to spare). While MI prevented RCB from posting anything over 200, their middle-order batters continued their merry run but skipper Rohit fell for 7 (8). He has only managed 191 runs in 11 games. Speaking about Hitman's poor form, former India head coach Ravi Shastri made a bold prediction. "If they make the playoffs, a Man of the Match, I can guarantee you in one of the games in the playoffs," Ravi Shastri told Star Sports. Also Read: IPL 2023: Ravi Shastri wants Virat Kohli to be CAREFUL after recent spats with Gambhir and Ganguly Shastri added, "It's a positive and it's a danger sign for other teams. He is going to wake up, he is going to come out and smack it one day. I just hope he keeps the shape when he is attempting those aggressive shots. He has got so much of time to play the shots. He is bound to come back to form, there is no doubt about it." Irfan Pathan, India's former all-rounder, also joined in and claimed, "I think he is comeback sooner or later. Hopefully, for Mumbai Indians fans, he comes to form in the crunch situation. Big players do that. Big players always come back to form when the team needs them the most. He will use all his experience of playing the IPL, playing international cricket to return to form." Rohit-led MI moved to the third spot, from the eighth position, with their six-wicket win over RCB. They now have 12 points with three more games to play in the league stage. Mumbai are, thus, closer to securing a playoffs spot and will also hope for their captain to come good sooner than later.

IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma will win Player-of-the-Match if MI reach playoffs, predicts Ravi Shastri

Mumbai Indians (MI) chased down another score in excess of 200, third overall,&nbsp;in this year's IPL in match 54 when they hosted the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Tuesday evening (May 09). Suryakumar Yadav's 35-ball 83 and Nehal Wadhera's 34-ball 52 not out propelled the five-time winners to a stunning six-wicket win, in pursuit of 200, as they now jump to the third spot in the points table.

While MI are slowly but surely coming to their best as the playoffs nears, they are sweating over captain Rohit Sharma's poor form. He has so far only managed 191 runs in 11 games, at a strike rate of&nbsp;124.83. He failed to cross the single-digit mark for the fifth time in a row after his eight-ball seven in the MI-RCB clash on Tuesday evening.

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Thus, Rohit created an unwanted record with another flop show in IPL 2023. This is the first time in IPL history that the 36-year-old Hitman has failed to breach a single-digit figure in five successive matches. His last five outings has seen him return with&nbsp;scores of 2 (8), 3 (5), 0 (3), 0 (3) and 7 (8).

It is to be noted that Rohit's previous worst run was in IPL 2017. Back then,&nbsp;he kicked off&nbsp;the campaign with four single-digit scores -- 3, 2, 4 and 0. As MI have 12 points, with three games to go, and stand a real chance to enter the playoffs, they will hope for Rohit to come to his usual best sooner than later.

Mumbai Indians (MI) chased down another score in excess of 200, third overall, in this year's IPL in match 54 when they hosted the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Tuesday evening (May 09).

Mumbai Indians (MI) chased down another score in excess of 200, third overall, in this year's IPL in match 54 when they hosted the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Tuesday evening (May 09). Suryakumar Yadav's 35-ball 83 and Nehal Wadhera's 34-ball 52 not out propelled the five-time winners to a stunning six-wicket win, in pursuit of 200, as they now jump to the third spot in the points table. While MI are slowly but surely coming to their best as the playoffs nears, they are sweating over captain Rohit Sharma's poor form. He has so far only managed 191 runs in 11 games, at a strike rate of 124.83. He failed to cross the single-digit mark for the fifth time in a row after his eight-ball seven in the MI-RCB clash on Tuesday evening. Also Read: IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma will win Player-of-the-Match if MI reach playoffs, predicts Ravi Shastri Thus, Rohit created an unwanted record with another flop show in IPL 2023. This is the first time in IPL history that the 36-year-old Hitman has failed to breach a single-digit figure in five successive matches. His last five outings has seen him return with scores of 2 (8), 3 (5), 0 (3), 0 (3) and 7 (8). It is to be noted that Rohit's previous worst run was in IPL 2017. Back then, he kicked off the campaign with four single-digit scores -- 3, 2, 4 and 0. As MI have 12 points, with three games to go, and stand a real chance to enter the playoffs, they will hope for Rohit to come to his usual best sooner than later.

IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma creates unwanted record after flop show in MI vs RCB clash

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in match 54 of the IPL 2023 edition on Tuesday (May 09). At the eighth place in the points table, MI will be desperate to earn a win and keep their playoffs chances alive at the Wankede Stadium, Mumbai.&nbsp;

For MI, their middle-order has done really well whereas none apart from Piyush Chawla has been consistent or very threatening with the ball. Talking about skipper Rohit, he has only amassed 184 runs in ten games, at a strike rate of 126.89. He averages only&nbsp;18.39 and has been a pale shadow of himself in this IPL. Ahead of the RCB tie, former Indian opener Virender Sehwag opined on Hitman's form.&nbsp;

"Rohit Sharma is not battling with the bowlers but with himself. There is a mental block," Sehwag said on Star Sports' Cricket Live. He added, "There's no problem with his batting technique. Some confusion is going on in his mind. But the day he gets going, we will make up for all the previous matches."

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At such a crucial stage of the tournament, MI will be eager to get their captain back in his usual scoring ways. Rohit has struck only one half-century in this year's edition and will be desperate to get going versus RCB. Prior to their clash, MI shared an update on Twitter as Jorfa Archer has been ruled out of the remainder of the season with Chris Jordan replacing him.

"𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗠𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗶 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀.&nbsp;Chris Jordan will join the MI squad for the rest of the season. Chris replaces Jofra Archer, whose recovery and fitness continues to be monitored by ECB. Jofra will return home to focus on his rehabilitation," MI's official Twitter handle wrote.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in match 54 of the IPL 2023 edition on Tuesday (May 09). At the eighth place in the points table, MI will be desperate to earn a win and keep their playoffs chances alive at the Wankede Stadium, Mumbai.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in match 54 of the IPL 2023 edition on Tuesday (May 09). At the eighth place in the points table, MI will be desperate to earn a win and keep their playoffs chances alive at the Wankede Stadium, Mumbai. For MI, their middle-order has done really well whereas none apart from Piyush Chawla has been consistent or very threatening with the ball. Talking about skipper Rohit, he has only amassed 184 runs in ten games, at a strike rate of 126.89. He averages only 18.39 and has been a pale shadow of himself in this IPL. Ahead of the RCB tie, former Indian opener Virender Sehwag opined on Hitman's form. "Rohit Sharma is not battling with the bowlers but with himself. There is a mental block," Sehwag said on Star Sports' Cricket Live. He added, "There's no problem with his batting technique. Some confusion is going on in his mind. But the day he gets going, we will make up for all the previous matches." Also Read: IPL 2023: Chris Jordan replaces Jofra Archer for remainder of season ahead of MI-RCB tie At such a crucial stage of the tournament, MI will be eager to get their captain back in his usual scoring ways. Rohit has struck only one half-century in this year's edition and will be desperate to get going versus RCB. Prior to their clash, MI shared an update on Twitter as Jorfa Archer has been ruled out of the remainder of the season with Chris Jordan replacing him. "𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗠𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗶 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀. Chris Jordan will join the MI squad for the rest of the season. Chris replaces Jofra Archer, whose recovery and fitness continues to be monitored by ECB. Jofra will return home to focus on his rehabilitation," MI's official Twitter handle wrote.

IPL 2023: 'Rohit Sharma's struggle with the bat is...' - Virender Sehwag opines on MI skipper's form

Rohit Sharma has only managed 184 runs in 10 innings for the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL 2023 edition. The right-hander has only managed one fifty-plus score (65) and got dismissed for cheap more often than not. The 36-year-old has looked for early runs but throwed his wicket as he has five single-digit scores in this year's IPL, with him failing to open his account in the last two encounters.

Rohit has scores of 0, 0, 3 and 2&nbsp;in his last four outings before MI gear up to host the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in match 54 of IPL 2023 on Tuesday evening (May 09). After Jos Buttler's magnificent 95, off 59 balls, in Rajasthan Royals (RR)'s shocking loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad in match 52 on Sunday evening (May 7), former New Zealand all-rounder-turned-commentator Scott Styris asked Rohit to take a leaf out of Buttler's book to regain form and rhythm.&nbsp;

Before his knock versus SRH, Buttler didn't have a great outing in his previous few games after a promising start. However, the Englishman returned to his scoring ways after taking some time in the initial overs in the RR-SRH tie in Jaipuir. Thus, Styris said on Jio Cinema on Sunday, "When you think about Jos Buttler, he is a player who knows he has the power game to comeback (after a slow start). We have been talking about it for a few games that Rohit Sharma needs to take a leaf out of that book. Exactly the innings that he should look to play. Take 20 balls and then go through the gears because Rohit Sharma is a talented man like Jos Buttler. Buttler showed maturity for Rajasthan."

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Speaking about Buttler's interview with the broadcasters after his knock, Styris pointed out, "His interview was brilliant. It gave us an insight into his methodology and his thought process. He said he hadn’t quite got into his rhythm, he did not use the word form but he said he did not have rhythm with the way he had been playing in the last few games. He said he put his ego to the side and worked his way until he felt he could start going after the bowlers."

At present, Rohit-led MI occupy the sixth position in the IPL 2023 points table with five wins and equal number of defeats in ten games.

Rohit Sharma has only managed 184 runs in 10 innings for the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL 2023 edition. The right-hander has only managed one fifty-plus score (65) and got dismissed for cheap more often than not.

Rohit Sharma has only managed 184 runs in 10 innings for the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL 2023 edition. The right-hander has only managed one fifty-plus score (65) and got dismissed for cheap more often than not. The 36-year-old has looked for early runs but throwed his wicket as he has five single-digit scores in this year's IPL, with him failing to open his account in the last two encounters. Rohit has scores of 0, 0, 3 and 2 in his last four outings before MI gear up to host the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in match 54 of IPL 2023 on Tuesday evening (May 09). After Jos Buttler's magnificent 95, off 59 balls, in Rajasthan Royals (RR)'s shocking loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad in match 52 on Sunday evening (May 7), former New Zealand all-rounder-turned-commentator Scott Styris asked Rohit to take a leaf out of Buttler's book to regain form and rhythm. Before his knock versus SRH, Buttler didn't have a great outing in his previous few games after a promising start. However, the Englishman returned to his scoring ways after taking some time in the initial overs in the RR-SRH tie in Jaipuir. Thus, Styris said on Jio Cinema on Sunday, "When you think about Jos Buttler, he is a player who knows he has the power game to comeback (after a slow start). We have been talking about it for a few games that Rohit Sharma needs to take a leaf out of that book. Exactly the innings that he should look to play. Take 20 balls and then go through the gears because Rohit Sharma is a talented man like Jos Buttler. Buttler showed maturity for Rajasthan." Also Read: IPL 2023: Abdul Samad's last-ball six pulls off a miracle win for SunRisers Hyderabad against RR in Jaipur Speaking about Buttler's interview with the broadcasters after his knock, Styris pointed out, "His interview was brilliant. It gave us an insight into his methodology and his thought process. He said he hadn’t quite got into his rhythm, he did not use the word form but he said he did not have rhythm with the way he had been playing in the last few games. He said he put his ego to the side and worked his way until he felt he could start going after the bowlers." At present, Rohit-led MI occupy the sixth position in the IPL 2023 points table with five wins and equal number of defeats in ten games.

IPL 2023: 'Rohit should take a leaf out of Buttler's book' - Former NZ all-rounder on MI captain's form

Mumbai Indians' (MI)&nbsp;captain&nbsp;Rohit Sharma has been off colours in IPL 2023. He has so far only managed 184 runs in ten games at a strike rate of 126.89, along with one half-century (65). In MI's reverse fixture versus Chennai Super Kings (CSK), which was match 49 which took place on Saturday (May 06) in Chennai, the right-hander fell for 0 (3) and former Indian chief selector Kris Srikkanth slammed him for his poor run of form.&nbsp;

During commentary, Srikkanth took a jibe at the Indian captain Rohit and said,&nbsp;‘No hit Sharma’." The 63-year-old 1983 World Cup-winning captain added that&nbsp;he would&nbsp;have not picked Rohit in the MI XI had he been the captain of the five-time winners.&nbsp;“Not Hit Sharma". Rohit Sharma should change his name to ‘NO HIT SHARMA’, I will not even play him in XI if I was Captain of MI,” Srikkanth commented.

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A lot has been said and written about Rohit. Former Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) coach Tom Moody feels the Rohit looks 'mentally fatigued' and the scheduling of the tournament is probably catching up with him. On the other hand, after Jos Buttler's sublime 59-ball 95 in Rajasthan Royas (RR) home game versus SRH in match 52 of IPL 2023 on Sunday (May 07), formeer New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris asked Rohit to take a leaf out of Buttler's books.

Styris said on Jio Cinema on Sunday, "When you think about Jos Buttler, he is a player who knows he has the power game to comeback (after a slow start). We have been talking about it for a few games that Rohit Sharma needs to take a leaf out of that book. Exactly the innings that he should look to play. Take 20 balls and then go through the gears because Rohit Sharma is a talented man like Jos Buttler. Buttler showed maturity for Rajasthan."

Rohit-led MI occupy the sixth spot in the points table and will host Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in match 54 on Tuesday evening (May 09).

Mumbai Indians' (MI) captain Rohit Sharma has been off colours in IPL 2023. He has so far only managed 184 runs in ten games at a strike rate of 126.89, along with one half-century (65).

Mumbai Indians' (MI) captain Rohit Sharma has been off colours in IPL 2023. He has so far only managed 184 runs in ten games at a strike rate of 126.89, along with one half-century (65). In MI's reverse fixture versus Chennai Super Kings (CSK), which was match 49 which took place on Saturday (May 06) in Chennai, the right-hander fell for 0 (3) and former Indian chief selector Kris Srikkanth slammed him for his poor run of form. During commentary, Srikkanth took a jibe at the Indian captain Rohit and said, ‘No hit Sharma’." The 63-year-old 1983 World Cup-winning captain added that he would have not picked Rohit in the MI XI had he been the captain of the five-time winners. “Not Hit Sharma". Rohit Sharma should change his name to ‘NO HIT SHARMA’, I will not even play him in XI if I was Captain of MI,” Srikkanth commented. Also Read: IPL 2023: 'Rohit should take a leaf out of Buttler's book' - Former NZ all-rounder on MI captain's form A lot has been said and written about Rohit. Former Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) coach Tom Moody feels the Rohit looks 'mentally fatigued' and the scheduling of the tournament is probably catching up with him. On the other hand, after Jos Buttler's sublime 59-ball 95 in Rajasthan Royas (RR) home game versus SRH in match 52 of IPL 2023 on Sunday (May 07), formeer New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris asked Rohit to take a leaf out of Buttler's books. Styris said on Jio Cinema on Sunday, "When you think about Jos Buttler, he is a player who knows he has the power game to comeback (after a slow start). We have been talking about it for a few games that Rohit Sharma needs to take a leaf out of that book. Exactly the innings that he should look to play. Take 20 balls and then go through the gears because Rohit Sharma is a talented man like Jos Buttler. Buttler showed maturity for Rajasthan." Rohit-led MI occupy the sixth spot in the points table and will host Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in match 54 on Tuesday evening (May 09).

IPL 2023: 'Rohit should change his name to ‘NO HIT SHARMA’ - Srikkanth slams MI skipper amid his poor form

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has opened up on Mumbai Indians and India skipper Rohit Sharma’s form after the latter has been going through a tough phase of form. Rohit, who is yet to fire in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season has been at the gunpoint of several critics with Shastri mentioning different reasons for his debacle of form. Despite criticism, Rohit continues to take charge of the MI side while he will also lead India in the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) final in June.

"The resources that you had two or three years ago isn't quite the same. The challenges as a captain might have doubled for him. The work as a captain would have doubled as opposed to two years ago when everything was nice, set - go out there and do the job," Shastri said about Rohit's captaincy while he spoke on ESPNcricinfo.

So far in the IPL 2023, Rohit has scored&nbsp; 184 runs with only fifty to his name and clearly has been a shadow of himself. He has averaged 18.40 so far in the IPL 2023 and has been striking at 127.

Interestingly, not since 2020 has Rohit hit multiple fifties in his IPL which is another major concern for the franchise and the India skipper.

"And then comes the challenge of how do you get them [the team] going, how do you motivate that bunch, how do you create a combination, how do you see who is the best in that lot to fit in and deliver at a certain stage of the game,” added Shastri.

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Commentating at IPL, Shastri also believes the dip in form has taken its toll on the captaincy of Rohit. Mumbai Indians finished bottom of the IPL in 2022 standings while the current season is an upgrade but with ups and downs. They have not been in the top four of the IPL for the entire season and will need to finish strongly to claim a playoff berth.

"If you start getting on a purple patch where you are scoring runs, the job as a captain becomes much easier, the body language on the field changes, that energy on the field is different as opposed to when you are not getting runs. You can go flat no matter who you are," Shastri said.

Mumbai Indians and Rohit will next take the field on Tuesday against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Wankhede Stadium with a win for either side firing them to the top four.

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Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has opened up on Mumbai Indians and India skipper Rohit Sharma’s form after the latter has been going through a tough phase of form.

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has opened up on Mumbai Indians and India skipper Rohit Sharma’s form after the latter has been going through a tough phase of form. Rohit, who is yet to fire in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season has been at the gunpoint of several critics with Shastri mentioning different reasons for his debacle of form. Despite criticism, Rohit continues to take charge of the MI side while he will also lead India in the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) final in June. "The resources that you had two or three years ago isn't quite the same. The challenges as a captain might have doubled for him. The work as a captain would have doubled as opposed to two years ago when everything was nice, set - go out there and do the job," Shastri said about Rohit's captaincy while he spoke on ESPNcricinfo. So far in the IPL 2023, Rohit has scored 184 runs with only fifty to his name and clearly has been a shadow of himself. He has averaged 18.40 so far in the IPL 2023 and has been striking at 127. Interestingly, not since 2020 has Rohit hit multiple fifties in his IPL which is another major concern for the franchise and the India skipper. "And then comes the challenge of how do you get them [the team] going, how do you motivate that bunch, how do you create a combination, how do you see who is the best in that lot to fit in and deliver at a certain stage of the game,” added Shastri. ALSO READ | Luka Modric to extend Real Madrid stay, set to sign new deal until 2024 Commentating at IPL, Shastri also believes the dip in form has taken its toll on the captaincy of Rohit. Mumbai Indians finished bottom of the IPL in 2022 standings while the current season is an upgrade but with ups and downs. They have not been in the top four of the IPL for the entire season and will need to finish strongly to claim a playoff berth. "If you start getting on a purple patch where you are scoring runs, the job as a captain becomes much easier, the body language on the field changes, that energy on the field is different as opposed to when you are not getting runs. You can go flat no matter who you are," Shastri said. Mumbai Indians and Rohit will next take the field on Tuesday against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Wankhede Stadium with a win for either side firing them to the top four. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

IPL 2023: 'Challenges as a captain might have doubled' - Ravi Shastri points major reason for Rohit's debacle

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar slammed Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma for playing a rash shot during match 49 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Chennai Super Kings. Rohit got out for a duck with Mumbai already two down while trying to play a scoop shot.

“It just doesn’t seem as if he is in the game. I may be completely wrong, but the shot he played wasn’t a captain’s shot. A captain repairs the innings knowing that the team is in trouble, plays a decent knock and gets the team to a good total. Two wickets gone for not too many in the power-play and you are not in form," told Gavaskar to Star Sports.

Notably, Rohit had recorded a duck in the previous game as well, and with his latest score of zero against Chennai, he became the player with the most ducks in the history of IPL, totalling 16 ducks.

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“If you are in form, I still understand the scoop shot, but it’s a huge shot when you have got two ducks in the previous game. So, you want to play and get yourself off the mark, get some circulation in the legs, running quick ones and twos and then go for the big ones. Maybe, he is preoccupied and maybe a little break would do him good. But it’s for him and the MI team management to take a call,” added Gavaskar.

The former India skipper also opined that Rohit should take a break from IPL for some matches and come back refreshed for the World Test Championship Final to be played against Australia in England from June 7, 2023.

"I would say that Rohit should maybe take a break for the time being, and keep himself fit for the World Test Championship Final. He can come back again for the last few matches, but right now, [he should] take a little bit of a breather himself," Gavaskar said after CSK's six-wicket win over Mumbai at Chepauk.

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Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar slammed Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma for playing a rash shot during match 49 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Chennai Super Kings.

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar slammed Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma for playing a rash shot during match 49 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Chennai Super Kings. Rohit got out for a duck with Mumbai already two down while trying to play a scoop shot. “It just doesn’t seem as if he is in the game. I may be completely wrong, but the shot he played wasn’t a captain’s shot. A captain repairs the innings knowing that the team is in trouble, plays a decent knock and gets the team to a good total. Two wickets gone for not too many in the power-play and you are not in form," told Gavaskar to Star Sports. Notably, Rohit had recorded a duck in the previous game as well, and with his latest score of zero against Chennai, he became the player with the most ducks in the history of IPL, totalling 16 ducks. Also Watch: MI skipper Rohit Sharma gets out on 0 vs CSK, tops list of players with most ducks “If you are in form, I still understand the scoop shot, but it’s a huge shot when you have got two ducks in the previous game. So, you want to play and get yourself off the mark, get some circulation in the legs, running quick ones and twos and then go for the big ones. Maybe, he is preoccupied and maybe a little break would do him good. But it’s for him and the MI team management to take a call,” added Gavaskar. The former India skipper also opined that Rohit should take a break from IPL for some matches and come back refreshed for the World Test Championship Final to be played against Australia in England from June 7, 2023. "I would say that Rohit should maybe take a break for the time being, and keep himself fit for the World Test Championship Final. He can come back again for the last few matches, but right now, [he should] take a little bit of a breather himself," Gavaskar said after CSK's six-wicket win over Mumbai at Chepauk. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

IPL 2023: Sunil Gavaskar slams MI skipper Rohit for playing rash shot against CSK, wants him to take break

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