Mumbai Indians received an encouraging update ahead of their clash against the Gujarat Titans as Rohit Sharma looked in excellent touch during a recent batting practice session at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The senior opener was seen timing the ball cleanly and batting with confidence, which could be a crucial factor if he returns to the playing XI.
He was also spotted interacting with Gujarat Titans members, including Parthiv Patel and head coach Ashish Nehra, during the session in Ahmedabad. The interaction reflected a calm and professional atmosphere ahead of an important IPL 2026 encounter. Watch The Video Here :
Rohit Sharma with Parthiv Patel, Ashish nehara and other GT players during today's practice session at Ahmedabad stadium.💙 pic.twitter.com/GKJLnc2gGv
— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) April 18, 2026
Rohit Sharma looked in good touch during the batting practice session at the NMS stadium yesterday. Hopefully, he’ll play against Gujarat Titans.🤞🏻💙 pic.twitter.com/nRzLSbRJk2
— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) April 19, 2026
In their recent encounters, Gujarat Titans have had the edge over Mumbai Indians. In the last meeting, GT posted a competitive total and successfully defended it with a strong bowling performance. Mumbai’s batting lineup failed to chase effectively, highlighting their ongoing inconsistency this season.
Mumbai Indians’ Struggles This Season
The Mumbai Indians have had a difficult IPL 2026 campaign so far. They are currently placed in the lower half of the points table due to inconsistent performances in both batting and bowling. The team has failed to build partnerships at the top and has often struggled to defend totals.
Despite the team’s struggles, Rohit Sharma has been one of the few positives, contributing steady runs and showing glimpses of his classic form. However, Mumbai still depends heavily on players like Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah to deliver match-winning performances.
Gujarat Titans’ Strong Momentum
In contrast, Gujarat Titans have found rhythm after an average start to the season. Under the leadership of Shubman Gill, the team has secured multiple consecutive wins and currently sits comfortably in the top half of the table.
Their balanced squad, combining a solid batting lineup with an effective bowling attack, has been key to their success. The pace unit, supported by disciplined execution, has played a major role in restricting opponents.
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