IPL 2025: [WATCH]- Rohit Sharma Earns Maverick’ Tag And Cool Shades After MI’s Win Over CSK

Mumbai Indians (MI) opener Rohit Sharma marked a stunning return to form with an unbeaten 76 off just 45 deliveries, leading his team to a commanding nine-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, April 20. In recognition of his outstanding performance, the star batter was honored with a unique dressing room award.

Sharma was presented with a pair of aviator sunglasses after being named the ‘Maverick’ of the match by the MI camp. Sharing a video of the moment the former MI skipper received the shades, the franchise posted on X:

“A maverick performance from our 𝐌𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐑𝐎.”

A maverick performance from our 𝐌𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐑𝐎 😎🔥#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #TATAIPL #MIvCSK pic.twitter.com/xoXf5iEeRW

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 21, 2025

Rohit Sharma faced criticism after a series of underwhelming performances, but the 37-year-old responded in style with a match-winning innings against CSK. He put on a sensational unbeaten 114-run stand off just 54 balls with Suryakumar Yadav, who also remained unbeaten with 68 off 30 deliveries.

MI chased down the 177-run target in just 15.4 overs, securing two crucial points. With this win, the Hardik Pandya-led side now has four victories and four losses in IPL 2025. They currently sit sixth on the points table with a net run rate of 0.483.

“No Room for Doubt”: Rohit Sharma Reflects on His IPL 2025 Form

Rohit Sharma was named ‘Player of the Match’ for his outstanding performance with the bat against CSK. During the post-match presentation, he reflected on how his experience as a seasoned player plays a crucial role in navigating through phases of poor form. Speaking to ‘ESPNcricinfo’, he said:

“Today was a very good game for us. After being here for such a long period of time, it is very easy to start doubting yourself and start getting worried. For me it was about keep doing what I do, practice well and hit the ball well.”

“I know it has been a while, but that is where the experience of being here helps. I wanted to hit the ball, but it was important for me to hold my shape. It is not happening consistently, but I am not going to doubt myself. We spoke about it.”

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