Fri Apr 04 03:17:44 UTC 2025: ## Rohit Sharma’s Struggles Continue as MI Faces LSG

**Lucknow, India –** Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Rohit Sharma is facing intense scrutiny following a disappointing start to the IPL 2025 season. With only 21 runs in three matches (0, 8, and 13), his poor form mirrors MI’s current sixth-place standing in the points table. The team, boasting just one win from three games, faces a crucial match against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Lucknow on Friday.

Adding to the pressure, a recently viral video clip shows a conversation between Sharma and LSG mentor Zaheer Khan. In the video, Sharma is heard saying (in Hindi), “Whatever had to be done, I did it properly, now I don’t need to do anything,” before being playfully hugged by Rishabh Pant. The context of the conversation remains unclear, but it has sparked significant speculation on social media.

Sharma’s struggles extend beyond this season. While renowned for his aggressive batting in international cricket, his IPL performance has been inconsistent. Since 2017, he has only twice surpassed 400 runs in a season. Furthermore, among the 15 players with at least 2,500 IPL runs since 2017, Sharma possesses the lowest strike rate at 130.09. His overall record in this period stands at 2,775 runs in 118 matches, averaging 25.00.

Friday’s match against LSG presents a significant challenge. Sharma’s past encounters with LSG haven’t been particularly successful, with 165 runs in six innings at an average of 27.50. His fans will be hoping for a resurgence in form as MI seeks to turn their season around.

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