On the eve of the IPL 2025 showdown between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, a light-hearted moment captured the hearts of fans. MI shared a delightful video showcasing their former captain, Rohit Sharma, engaging in playful banter with LSG’s all-rounder Shardul Thakur and mentor Zaheer Khan.
As Rohit entered the scene, Shardul, known for his jovial demeanor, cheekily remarked, “Rohit Sharma ek hi jan ko milne aata hai ground me – The Lord.” Amused, Rohit responded with a grin, “Khudko ‘The Lord’ bol raha hain.” Without missing a beat, Shardul quipped back, “Aur kya? Tune hi rakha hai naam.” The exchange continued as Rohit warmly greeted Zaheer with a hug, saying, “Mr Khan, how are you man?”
The video has since gone viral, showcasing the camaraderie and spirit of the game that transcends the competitive nature of the IPL. Fans can watch the full interaction on MI’s official social media channels.
The upcoming MI-LSG encounter on Friday is pivotal for both teams, who are struggling to find consistency after securing just one victory in their first three matches. MI, led by Hardik Pandya, has faced challenges, particularly in their batting lineup. While Ryan Rickelton shone in their win against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), concerns linger over Rohit Sharma’s form and the absence of Jasprit Bumrah.
LSG, positioned just below MI in the standings, have leaned on the explosive batting of Nicholas Pooran, with Mitchell Marsh providing crucial support. However, the bowling unit, including Shardul Thakur and Ravi Bishnoi, needs to step up to challenge MI’s batting.
Historically, LSG has dominated their head-to-head encounters with MI, leading 5-1. As the teams prepare for this crucial match, MI will be eager to reverse their fortunes and climb the IPL 2025 standings.