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Kaif Sets 600-Run Challenge for Rohit Sharma as Mumbai Indians Confirm He Stays

The former India batter argues that the opener's leaner frame should translate into a higher run haul.

Rohit Sharma is yet to register a 600-plus run season in the IPL, unlike Virat Kohli, who has consistently enjoyed prolific campaigns with the bat.

Overview

  • Mohammad Kaif highlighted that Rohit Sharma has never logged a 600-plus IPL season, with a career-best 538 runs coming in 2013.
  • Pointing to a recent fitness transformation, Kaif said Rohit should target a 500–600 run campaign in the next IPL.
  • Kaif used Sai Sudharsan's roughly 750-run season as a benchmark to recalibrate expectations for Rohit's output.
  • Mumbai Indians dismissed trade speculation and stated Rohit will remain with the franchise for another year.
  • Kaif stressed Jasprit Bumrah's availability as pivotal for MI, noting losses during his injury layoff and a streak of six to seven wins after his return.