The IPL 2024 clash between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru was filled with entertaining moments, from Dinesh Karthik’s inventive batting to Suryakumar Yadav’s explosive innings. Amidst the action, the banter between players added an extra layer of amusement, especially with Rohit Sharma playfully teasing Dinesh Karthik about the upcoming T20 World Cup.
One particular exchange between Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli stole the spotlight, captivating fans on social media. Ahead of the second over of RCB’s chase, Kohli and Rohit shared a moment that left both the former MI captain and the commentators surprised.
Not a Rohirat ship fan but Video mast hei ye🤣#ViratKohli #RohitSharma pic.twitter.com/QinqmaoRAK
— Aayu sha #Ro45 (@45_ayusha) April 11, 2024
Reflecting on their cricket journey together, Virat Kohli reminisced about the 15-16 years he and Rohit Sharma have spent playing side by side. Expressing admiration for Rohit’s growth as a player and his leadership role in the Indian team, Kohli highlighted the remarkable journey they’ve shared.
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“It’s been an amazing journey together,” Virat Kohli remarked, reminiscing on their time as teammates. “Seeing Rohit Sharma’s progress and his current role leading the Indian team has been remarkable,” he added, acknowledging Rohit’s transition into leadership.
However, the match had contrasting fortunes for the two stalwarts. While Kohli fell early to Jasprit Bumrah after scoring just three runs, Rohit provided a solid start for MI with a quickfire 38 off 24 balls. Ultimately, MI clinched victory by seven wickets, propelled by Ishan Kishan’s explosive 69 off 34 balls and Suryakumar Yadav’s blistering 52 off 19 balls.
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With this win, MI climbed to the seventh spot in the team standings, while RCB found themselves at the ninth spot after losing five out of six games. As MI gears up to face Chennai Super Kings in their next challenge, RCB prepares for a showdown against a formidable Sunrisers Hyderabad side.
