Rohit Sharma likely to miss Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 clash due to hamstring injury - Report
Rohit Sharma suffered a hamstring injury during the Mumbai Indians' high-scoring loss to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 12.
Mumbai Indians (MI) face a huge setback as star opener Rohit Sharma is expected to sit out for their upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Thursday, April 16, at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
The 38-year-old suffered a hamstring injury during the Mumbai Indians' high-scoring loss to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on April 12. He retired hurt in the sixth over of the run chase while batting on 19 off 13 balls, disrupting MI's momentum in a chase of 241. Mumbai Indians eventually fell short by 18 runs, marking their third defeat in four games this season.
Injury details
Rohit Sharma felt discomfort in his right hamstring while facing Rasikh Salam Dar. The physio attended to him on the field, but he could not continue and left the crease. He did not return to bat or field later in the match.
According to a report by Cricbuzz, Rohit Sharma underwent scans shortly after the game. Early assessments suggest no major tear in the hamstring, offering some relief to the MI camp. However, the exact extent of the injury and his recovery timeline remain unclear. He skipped the team's net session on Tuesday, April 14, and did not travel to the stadium, raising further concerns about his fitness.
MI management is expected to provide an official update during the pre-match press conference on Wednesday evening (April 15). The report further stated that the talismanic batter is set to miss the Punjab Kings encounter as a precautionary measure.
Rohit Sharma's form in IPL 2026
In the 2026 edition of the IPL, Rohit Sharma has amassed 137 runs in four games. He has smashed 13 fours and 8 sizes and has registered one fifty so far. He has the highest score of 78 and and average of 45.67.
Mumbai Indians full squad
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