Rohit Sharma, often hailed as one of the most successful captains in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, finds himself under intense scrutiny in IPL 2025. The Mumbai Indians (MI) stalwart is enduring a rough patch, both in terms of personal form and team performance. Amid this, a brief but intriguing conversation between Rohit and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) mentor Zaheer Khan has gone viral, sparking debates and speculation among fans and cricket experts alike. The clip, posted by Mumbai Indians on their social media, adds another layer to the ongoing narrative surrounding Rohit’s struggles.
Rohit Sharma’s form in IPL 2025 under the microscope
Rohit’s performance in IPL 2025 has been far from his usual standards. Across three matches, he has managed scores of 0, 8, and 13—an aggregate of just 21 runs at an average of 7.00 and a strike rate of 105.00. These numbers are alarming for a player of his calibre, especially given his reputation as a dependable opener who can provide explosive starts for MI. His failure to deliver at the top has directly impacted MI’s campaign; the team currently sits sixth on the points table with one win from three games.
Historically, Rohit has struggled to maintain consistency in IPL seasons. Since 2017, he has crossed the 400-run mark in only two editions—2019 and 2024—despite being one of the league’s most experienced players. His strike rate during this period (130.09) is the lowest among players who have scored over 2,500 runs since 2017. These statistics underline a worrying trend that seems to be continuing into IPL 2025.
Rohit’s viral chat with Zaheer Khan
The viral video featuring Rohit and Zaheer Khan has added fuel to the fire surrounding his form and mindset. In the clip, Rohit can be heard saying, “Jo jab karna tha maine kiya barabar se, ab mereko kuch karne ki zarurat nahi hai” (Whatever had to be done, I did it properly; now I don’t need to do anything). While the context of this statement remains unclear, fans have speculated whether it reflects frustration or resignation amidst mounting pressure.
Adding a playful twist to the moment, LSG captain Rishabh Pant appears in the video and hugs Rohit from behind. While this lighthearted interaction showcased camaraderie among players, it did little to quell concerns about Rohit’s state of mind ahead of MI’s clash against LSG.
Here’s the video:
Q: For how long are you going to watch this reel? 😍
A: Haaanjiiii 🫂💙#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #TATAIPL #LSGvMI pic.twitter.com/e2oxVieoz2
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 3, 2025
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Pressure mounts ahead of MI vs LSG clash
The stakes are high for Mumbai Indians as they face Lucknow Super Giants at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Both teams have struggled for consistency this season, each securing only one win from three matches. For Rohit, this match represents an opportunity to silence critics and rediscover his form.
Interestingly, LSG haven’t been a particularly favourable opponent for Rohit in past IPL seasons. He averages just 27.50 against them with one half-century in six innings—a statistic that doesn’t inspire confidence heading into Friday’s game.
