Rohit Sharma made his comeback to the Mumbai Indians lineup for their IPL 2026 match against the Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede Stadium. The T20 World Cup-winning captain had been sidelined with a hamstring injury since his last appearance against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 12. In that match, he retired out after scoring 19 runs off 13 balls.
His absence had been felt by the team, as they struggled in his absence, currently sitting in ninth place on the table, tied on points with their opponents for the night. In the four matches he had played earlier in the season, Rohit had scored 137 runs at an average of 45.66 with a strike rate of 165.06.
His return to the lineup is expected to boost Mumbai Indians’ chances of climbing up the rankings and securing more victories in the tournament. The team and fans alike will be hoping that Rohit can make a significant impact on their performances going forward.
The match against Lucknow Super Giants will be a crucial one for both teams, as they look to improve their standings and secure a spot in the playoffs. Mumbai Indians will be counting on Rohit Sharma’s leadership and batting prowess to lead them to victory in this important fixture.
The article was published on May 04, 2026.
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