Amidst the joyous festivities of Holi, the festival of colours, former Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Rohit Sharma brought a delightful touch to the celebrations, infusing laughter and camaraderie within the MI camp. This heartwarming scene unfolded as Rohit, renowned for his affable nature, engaged in playful antics, adding a sprinkle of joy to the occasion.
In a video shared by MI on social media, Rohit could be seen gleefully wielding a hose, playfully dousing his teammates with water, igniting smiles all around, and even sparing the team’s social media admin who was documenting the jubilant moment.
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The jubilant atmosphere within the MI camp served as a source of solace for fans, especially following their defeat in the inaugural fixture of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 against Gujarat Titans (GT) on Sunday, March 24. Despite the setback, Rohit’s playful demeanour during the Holi celebration brought a sense of unity and positivity among the team members.
“Happy Holi, everyone! Brb, admin needs to get the phone repaired,” quipped the franchise in their caption accompanying the joyous post.
Happy Holi, everyone! 😍🎨
Brb, admin needs to get the phone repaired 🥲#MumbaiMeriJaan #MumbaiIndians | @ImRo45 pic.twitter.com/4I0aIqnvru
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) March 25, 2024
In their opening encounter against GT at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, MI opted to bowl first and managed to restrict GT to 168 runs, courtesy of stellar bowling performances from Jasprit Bumrah (3/14) and Gerald Coetzee (2/27). Sai Sudharsan’s resilient knock of 45 runs off 39 deliveries was noteworthy for the Titans. However, GT’s bowlers showcased formidable prowess, limiting MI to 162 runs in their chase.
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Looking ahead, MI will embark on a journey to Hyderabad to face Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday, March 27, seeking redemption. Additionally, the five-time champions are gearing up for their first home game on April 1 against Rajasthan Royals, aiming to bounce back from their opening defeat and reignite their campaign in IPL 2024.
As the MI squad celebrates the spirit of Holi, their unity and camaraderie serve as a testament to the resilience and determination ingrained within the team, promising an exciting journey ahead in the IPL season.
