Mumbai Indians may receive a big boost as Rohit Sharma is likely to return for their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 29. His comeback could be important for MI, who are struggling this season.
Rohit Sharma Injury Update
Rohit Sharma suffered a hamstring injury on April 12 during a match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Since then, he has missed three matches for Mumbai Indians against Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, and Chennai Super Kings.
The team management is hopeful about his return. Reports suggest that Rohit is working hard in training and focusing on regaining full fitness. If everything goes well, he could be back in the playing XI for the SRH game.
Rohit Sharma IPL 2026 Performance
| Player | Matches | Runs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 4 | 137 | Held Orange Cap briefly |
Rohit started the season well and looked in good form before his injury. His absence has clearly affected the team’s performance.
Impact of Rohit’s Absence on MI
Mumbai Indians have struggled without Rohit at the top of the order. The team tried new opening combinations, including Danish Malewar, but the results have not been good.
| Player | Role | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Danish Malewar | Opener | 2 runs in 2 matches |
The top order has failed to give strong starts, which has put pressure on the middle order.
MI’s Current Form in IPL 2026
Mumbai Indians are having a tough season so far.
| Matches Played | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | 2 | 5 |
The team recently faced a heavy defeat by 103 runs, showing their batting problems clearly. Players like Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya have also not been consistent.
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Team Challenges This Season
MI’s struggles are not only due to Rohit’s injury. There are multiple issues affecting the team:
- Lack of consistency in batting
- Poor team selection decisions
- Questions around captaincy and strategy
- Form concerns for key players
These factors have made it difficult for MI to build momentum.
What Rohit’s Return Means for MI
Rohit Sharma’s return can bring stability and experience to the team. He can:
- Provide solid starts in the powerplay
- Reduce pressure on middle-order batters
- Guide the team with his experience
- Improve overall team confidence
His presence at the top can help MI build better innings and compete strongly.
If Rohit is fit and plays against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians will hope for a strong comeback. The team needs better performances from the top order and support from the middle order.
A fully fit Rohit Sharma could be the turning point MI need to revive their campaign.
CricketMAN2 will continue to track Rohit’s fitness and final team updates before the match.
