Rohit Sharma’s rough patch in IPL 2025 continued to haunt him as he once again failed to capitalize on a promising start, falling for just 18 runs against Delhi Capitals on Sunday, April 13, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The former Mumbai Indians skipper, who has been a stalwart in the tournament for years, is currently enduring one of the toughest stretches of his IPL career.
Rohit’s campaign began on the wrong foot with a golden duck against Chennai Super Kings. What followed was a string of underwhelming scores—8 against Gujarat Titans, 13 versus Kolkata Knight Riders, and 17 in a comeback match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru after missing a game due to a minor niggle. Hopes were high that Sunday’s clash in Delhi would bring a turnaround.
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Opening the innings in a modest chase of 117, Rohit looked like he was beginning to find rhythm. He struck Mitchell Starc for two boundaries and a six in a confident third over. But just as he seemed to be settling in, the script flipped again. Vipraj Nigam trapped him lbw with a deceptive delivery in the fifth over, ending his knock at 18. The frustration was evident—not just on Rohit’s face but also in the reactions from the fans.
Social media lit up instantly with criticism, memes, and some concern from fans worried about the form of one of India’s modern greats. While the numbers—0, 8, 13, 17, 18—paint a worrying picture, it’s also a reminder that even the best go through turbulent patches.
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Rohit Sharma has silenced critics before. Known for his resilience, this phase may just be the calm before another storm of brilliance. His fans—and perhaps even his critics—will be hoping the hitman finds his range again soon.
People don’t even discuss Rohit Sharma failing in the IPL much anymore. Him succeeding comes across as more of an anomaly than a norm.
— Sparsh Telang (@_cricketsparsh) April 13, 2025
Washed. Unbelievable consistency from Rohit. It’s shocking how he does this every other game in IPL since a decade…
— arfan (@Im__Arfan) April 13, 2025
The difference between Rohit and Virat this IPL is that Rohit is taking it casually while Virat is putting a price on his wicket
Rohit will get off to a start and then get out while playing a lose shot while Virat will take some extra time but will ensure he scores runs
— Vinesh Prabhu (@vlp1994) April 13, 2025
Virat Kohli today – 62 runs
Rohit Sharma this whole season – 56 runs😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/5xqS95x2NY
— Abhinav (@KohliArchives) April 13, 2025
It is not an issue of skill, it is an issue of mindset, it is not T10, it is T20.
You can’t hit the boundary at every ball, you can’t. pic.twitter.com/DpLwVmMPxm
— Vishal. (@SPORTYVISHAL) April 13, 2025
Carelessness, 0 game awareness, not understanding his strengths and weaknesses and not putting a price on your wicket.
Rohit Sharma’s career in a nutshell.
It hurts man! Despite having everything in his disposal, he continues to let people down.
Will he play for India again?
— A (@Agd_1) April 13, 2025
Hardik Pandya helped Rohit Sharma win 2 ICC trophies, but now Rohit Sharma is deliberately not playing under Hardik Pandya’s captaincy.
I’ve never seen such a selfish player💔 pic.twitter.com/8fcqi5JeFW
— Amar 💫 (@KUNGFU_PANDYA_0) April 13, 2025
Kudos to Rohit Sharma on finally equalling Pat Cummins’ runs tally this season 👏🏻 pic.twitter.com/eFZgMNjX49
— Raj (@hxns1anda) April 13, 2025
Hey Hardik Pandya and MI management,
Why is this liability Rohit Sharma still in the team? Sack him immediately. We are not paying him 16 crore just to travel with the squad. Remove him from the team at once. pic.twitter.com/AE5U8KQeli— Clutch GOD (@clutchgod018) April 13, 2025
