IPL 2018: How has Rohit Sharma fared in the IPL?
Rohit Sharma is one of the most successful players in the Indian Premier League, after all, he is the only player who has lifted the trophy on four occasions. Rohit has been a part of two franchises in the IPL and has been instrumental in their success. Here is a detailed analysis of Hitman's glorious IPL career.
Rose to prominence with the Deccan Chargers
Rohit Sharma made a name for himself in the IPL quite early. He was one of the most consistent players in the IPL for the Deccan Chargers and was instrumental in their 2009 title triumph. Rohit was named emerging player of the year for his fantastic season. In fact, Rohit has never scored below 300 runs in an IPL season.
Stat Attack: Rohit's IPL career in numbers
Rohit Sharma has played 159 IPL matches scoring 4,207 runs at an average of 32.61 and a strike rate of 130.89. Rohit has a scored an IPL hundred and has 32 fifties to his name as well.
Rohit Sharma is irreplaceable for Mumbai Indians
Rohit has been an integral part of the Mumbai Indians since joining them in 2011. He took over the captaincy during the 2013 mid-season and led the blues to their maiden IPL title. In 2013, Mumbai Indians continued their fantastic run and did the double by clinching the Champions League T20 title as well.
IPL's most successful captain
Rohit has captained the Mumbai Indians to three IPL titles (including 2013 where Mumbai had two captains) and one Champions League trophy. Rohit Sharma has captained Mumbai Indians in 75 IPL matches and has won 45 matches while losing just 29. He boasts a fantastic win percentage of 60.66%, which is the most by any captain who have led in more than 30 games.
Rohit has an IPL hat-trick to his name
Rohit Sharma might be known for his batting prowess, but in his earlier days, he used to be a part-time spinner. Rohit bagged an IPL hat-trick during the 2009 season when dismissed Abhishek Nayar, Harbhajan Singh and JP Duminy. He ended with figures of 4/6 in his two overs.
