Rohit Sharma's Injury Update: Mumbai Indians Coach Provides Insights

Rohit Sharma Injury Update

The Mumbai Indians are currently facing challenges in IPL 2026. Their fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has yet to secure a wicket after five matches, and opener Rohit Sharma is sidelined due to injury. Rohit had shown impressive form at the start of the season but had to leave the match against RCB due to his injury.

In Rohit's absence, the Mumbai Indians played against the Punjab Kings, where Quinton de Kock, who replaced him, scored a century. Despite this, the team suffered a defeat. Following this loss, coach Mahela Jayawardene provided an update regarding Rohit Sharma's condition.

Coach Mahela Jayawardene's Update on Rohit Sharma's Injury

Coach Mahela Jayawardene addressed Rohit Sharma's injury, which occurred during the last match. Rohit managed to score only 19 runs before leaving the field against RCB. Quinton de Kock was given the opportunity to play in his place against the Punjab Kings and performed exceptionally well.

After the defeat, Jayawardene commented on Rohit's fitness, stating,

“The team management does not want to rush things. The season is still long, and we do not want to put extra pressure on Rohit.”

Injury Details from the Match Against RCB

Rohit Sharma had to leave the field after scoring 19 runs off 13 balls due to hamstring pain in his right leg during the sixth over of the innings against RCB. Before the match against Punjab Kings, he practiced on Wednesday but was seen with a bandage on his leg, indicating difficulty in walking. Despite this, he attempted light practice but returned quickly.

According to reports, a team official mentioned during the practice session,

“The medical team and coaching staff are assessing him. We will know about his availability soon.”