Rohit Sharma’s return is a big question ahead of Mumbai Indians’ clash against Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede. With MI’s season on the line, all eyes are on whether their most experienced batsman will return to the XI.
According to a report from CricBuzz, Rohit is expected to take a final call on his availability. The 37-year-old was seen batting for nearly an hour on the eve of the match and also underwent a conditioning session, a clear sign that he is nearing a return after nearly three weeks out.
The timing couldn’t be better. MI are ninth in the table with just two wins from nine matches and come into this game on the back of three straight losses, including an eight-wicket defeat to Chennai Super Kings. LSG are also in no better place, sitting bottom with two wins from eight and five defeats on the trot.
MI’s struggles this season have been across departments. Jasprit Bumrah hasn’t quite reached his usual levels, Suryakumar Yadav has had a lean drive and the side has failed to build consistent starts at the top.
WILL ROHIT SHARMA PLAY VS LSG?
There is still no official confirmation from MI.
Rohit has not played since April 12, when he suffered a hamstring injury during MI’s home loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He went off injured in that match at 19 and has since missed matches against Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings.
Despite being out, Rohit remains among MI’s more reliable batsmen this season. He scored 137 runs in the tournament at an average of 45.66 and a strike rate of 165, figures that underscore the gap his absence has created at the top.
Sitting out the nets has improved the outlook, but with hamstring injuries it usually equates to match readiness rather than batting rhythm.
WHY THE RETURN OF ROHITS MATTERS TO ME
The numbers show the difference.
MI in Rohit’s absence have struggled for stability at the top, spin options without much success. The power play has often put them off rather than giving them a platform, which Rohit usually manages with his pace.
Besides the runs, it’s also about awareness of the game. In a must-win situation, it’s important to have someone who has dealt with these scenarios for years.
With both teams hanging on by a thread in the points table, MI will need more than a comeback. They will need Rohit to deliver immediately if he returns.
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Issued by:
Debodinna Chakraborty
Published on:
04 May 2026 15:50 IST
