Sat Mar 29 13:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Rohit Sharma Names Mumbai Indians’ Most Exciting Youngster
**Mumbai, India** – Former Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Rohit Sharma has declared Bevon Jacobs as the most exciting young player in the MI squad this season. In a recent interview with the franchise, Sharma highlighted the New Zealand cricketer, praising his explosive batting style.
Jacobs, who is yet to play international cricket, has already made a significant impact in domestic New Zealand cricket. His impressive record includes 476 runs in five first-class matches, featuring three half-centuries and a century. In T20 cricket, he boasts 423 runs in 20 matches, including two fifties and a strike rate of 148.42. His performances in the Super Smash tournament caught the attention of MI, who secured his services at the mega auction for ₹30 lakh.
Born in Pretoria, South Africa, Jacobs moved to New Zealand at the age of three. His aggressive batting style, particularly his ability to finish innings strongly, sets him apart. A standout performance in his debut match against Auckland, where he scored 42 runs off just 20 balls against experienced bowlers like Sean Solia and Jimmy Neesham, further showcased his potential.
Sharma, a five-time IPL winning captain with MI, now serves as a mentor, with Hardik Pandya leading the team this season. However, his endorsement of Jacobs underlines the young player’s potential to become a key asset for Mumbai Indians.
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