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Rickelton Hails Rohit Sharma's Brilliance After Match-Winning Knock

Ryan Rickelton praised Rohit Sharma's game knowledge after their 143-run partnership helped Mumbai Indians beat Lucknow Super Giants. Rohit, returning from a hamstring injury, smashed 84 runs off six fours and seven sixes. Rickelton said he enjoys batting with Rohit as they complement each other well. Mumbai chased down 229 with 18.4 overs, thanks to half-centuries from both openers.

Key Points: Rickelton Praises Rohit Sharma's Match-Winning Knock

  • Rohit Sharma scores 84 runs in comeback match
  • Rickelton and Rohit forge 143-run partnership
  • Rickelton praises Rohit's game knowledge and flair
  • Mumbai Indians chase 229 with 8 balls to spare
  • Nicholas Pooran hits 16-ball half-century for LSG
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'He knows his game incredibly well': Rickelton praises Rohit after match-winning knock

Ryan Rickelton applauds Rohit Sharma's game knowledge after their 143-run partnership leads Mumbai Indians to victory over Lucknow Super Giants at Wankhede.

"He knows this game incredibly well, and seeing him roll back the years with a lot of those shots over extra cover is really nice to stand at the other end. - Ryan Rickelton"

Mumbai, May 5

Mumbai Indians batter Ryan Rickelton has heaped praise on his opening partner Rohit Sharma, commending his game knowledge after the duo forged a match-winning 143-run partnership against Lucknow Super Giants at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

Rohit, who had missed a few games due to a hamstring injury, made a strong comeback against LSG as he played a brilliant knock of 84 runs. His innings included six fours and seven sixes. Rickelton, who was standing at the other end, was impressed with the way the former captain returned to the game.

"He's obviously had a bit of time off, so, you know, as a player, you know if you have time off to find your groove as quickly as he did. It's obviously something very impressive. He knows this game incredibly well, and seeing him roll back the years with a lot of those shots over extra cover and his pickups is really nice to stand at the other end," Rickelton said in a video released by IPL on X.

The South African wicketkeeper also commented on their partnership, saying that he loves batting with Rohit and that they complement each other well.

"I think we complement each other quite nicely; we dovetail quite well. Yeah, I always enjoy batting with him, and hopefully we can have many more fruitful returns. You know, he's chasing a big score, you kind of have to get going, but I think the beauty of it is that you can work your game around," he said.

"Sometimes I go aerial; he goes on the ground through his, you know, his natural flair through extra cover and the ability to hit the offside. It's classy, watching him bat. I really enjoy, you know, spending time out there in the middle. The first six at the Wankhede, when the wicket has been generally quite good this year, I wouldn't want to be anywhere else. So yeah, really happy with our returns, and hopefully, like I said, we can keep that momentum going," he added.

Speaking of the match, Nicholas Pooran blazed to a 16-ball half-century (63 runs off 21 balls) and Mitchell Marsh blasted 44 off 25 as LSG survived a middle-order collapse to post a challenging 228/5 in 20 overs.

In reply, the Mumbai Indians capitalised on half-centuries by Rohit and Rickelton and chased the target in 18.4 overs with eight balls to spare.

- IANS

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Priya S
I love this partnership! Rickelton and Rohit complement each other so well - one goes aerial, the other hits through the ground. Wankhede crowd must have been on fire with those sixes! 🏏
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Michael C
As an Australian cricket fan, I've always admired Rohit's game sense. Even at 37, he's still one of the most dangerous openers in T20 cricket. That innings was vintage Hitman - timing over power. Great to see him back after injury.
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Vikram M
Honestly, I feel Rohit should bat higher for India too. His ability to read the game and adjust his innings is something special. But let's not forget Rickelton's 63 off 36 - he's been a great find for MI this season! Both were brilliant.
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Sarah B
That first six at Wankhede must have felt amazing for Rohit. Coming back from injury and immediately finding his rhythm - that takes immense skill and mental strength. Rickelton's respect for his partner is heartwarming to see.
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Rohit P
Rohit Sharma showed why he's still the boss. But I wish MI would use him more consistently as captain again - his tactical brain is wasted just as a player. Anyway, great knock and hope this win keeps MI's playoff hopes alive! 💙

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