Rohit Sharma, one of the most successful batters in white-ball formats, is facing an unexpected slump in IPL 2025. Despite his proven track record, the Mumbai Indians captain has struggled to find form this season. With his highest score being just 26 runs against SunRisers Hyderabad, Rohit has failed to make a lasting impact in the ongoing T20 tournament. His inability to stay at the crease for long periods, combined with a series of early dismissals, has raised concerns about his current form.
Struggling to Build Partnerships
Rohit Sharma’s performances in IPL 2025 have been subpar, with the Mumbai Indians captain managing just 82 runs across six matches. His scores include a duck (0), and he has been dismissed multiple times in quick succession, with his longest innings being only 26 runs. In his brief appearances at the crease, the right-hander has faced a total of just 57 deliveries, which highlights his inability to get going. In fact, Rohit has yet to bat beyond the powerplay in any of the six matches he has played this season, which is unusual for a player of his caliber.
Average of Fewer Balls Faced
Rohit’s strike rate in IPL 2025 is significantly lower than what fans and experts have come to expect from him. He is averaging just 9.5 deliveries per innings, a stat that places him in the lower ranks among top-order batters. Only one other player, Delhi Capitals’ Jake Fraser-McGurk, has faced fewer balls than him in this season, further underlining the struggles of the Mumbai Indians captain. His inability to stay at the crease and make substantial contributions has affected his team’s overall performance.
The veteran opener has also struggled against left-arm pacers during the powerplay, a key phase in T20 cricket. Despite his long-standing reputation for providing solid starts for his team, Rohit’s aggressive approach has backfired in IPL 2025, as he has failed to convert those starts into big scores. This shift in his batting style, which was intended to give his team an early advantage, has instead led to his average dipping drastically, and with it, the pressure on Mumbai Indians to perform.
