As Mumbai Indians (MI) gear up to face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a high-voltage IPL 2025 clash at Lucknow’s Ekana Stadium on Friday, all eyes will be on one of Indian cricket’s biggest star – Rohit Sharma.
The former MI captain has been underwhelming with the bat this season, and his form remains a pressing concern for his franchise. While the five-time champions registered an emphatic win over Kolkata Knight Riders (RR) in their previous game, Rohit failed to make an impact.
Amid this tension, a lighthearted moment off the field is grabbing fans’ attention. A video featuring Rohit and LSG’s fast-bowling all-rounder Shardul Thakur has gone viral on social media, providing a welcome dose of humour and camaraderie in the otherwise intense IPL environment.
Rohit Sharma’s hilarious dig at Shardul Thakur
In the now-viral clip, players from MI and LSG were seen sharing a moment ahead of the match. As Rohit walks onto the field, Shardul jokingly told everyone present on the field that the MI opener has come to the ground just to meet “The Lord.” Without missing a beat, Rohit trolled him by saying, “Khudko The Lord bol raha hai” [Look, he’s calling himself The Lord].
The banter continued as Shardul bursts out laughing and reminds Rohit that it was he who gave him the nickname. The two cricketers then share a warm hug, while LSG mentor Zaheer Khan joined the moment, prompting more laughter and light-hearted exchange among the trio.
The video, which was shared widely across social media platforms, has already garnered thousands of views. Fans are enjoying the light banter, with many praising the off-field bonding between Indian cricket stars.
Here’s the video:
Lovely to meet 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙧𝙙 & 𝙈𝙧. 𝙆𝙝𝙖𝙣 😂💙#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #TATAIPL #LSGvMI [Rohit Sharma] pic.twitter.com/pTDdh0Uwh1
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 3, 2025
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The ‘Lord’ and the ‘Gamechanger’
Shardul’s nickname “Lord” has been popular among fans for quite some time. It originated on social media, where his unexpected heroics with both bat and ball in tight situations earned him the tongue-in-cheek title. But it’s not just fans who have acknowledged his knack for game-changing performances.
Back in 2023, after a standout performance against Australia, Rohit had also referred to Shardul as the “Gamechanger.” Thakur’s ability to make crucial breakthroughs and contribute with the bat at pivotal moments has seen him rise as a valuable asset across formats.
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