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Naman Dhir Ready for Any Batting Role for MI Ahead of CSK Clash

Naman Dhir has expressed his readiness to bat in any position for Mumbai Indians, emphasizing his flexibility. He revealed he was asked to prepare for a top-order role at short notice due to Rohit Sharma's hamstring injury. Dhir made the most of the opportunity, scoring 45 runs off 32 balls against Gujarat Titans. He is looking forward to the high-profile clash against Chennai Super Kings, expecting an electrifying atmosphere.

Key Points: Naman Dhir on Batting Role: 'I Am Comfortable Everywhere'

  • Naman Dhir ready for any batting position for MI
  • Filled in for Rohit Sharma at number three due to hamstring niggle
  • Smashed 45 runs off 32 balls against Gujarat Titans
  • Excited for electrifying atmosphere against CSK rivalry
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IPL 2026: 'I am comfortable everywhere,' says Naman Dhir on batting role for MI

Mumbai Indians batter Naman Dhir says he is ready to bat anywhere, filling in for Rohit Sharma, ahead of the IPL 2026 clash against CSK.

"I am comfortable everywhere, I do not have any problem with that. - Naman Dhir"

Mumbai, April 23

Mumbai Indians batter Naman Dhir said he is ready to bat in any position for the team, stressing his flexibility ahead of their high-profile clash against Chennai Super Kings at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.

"I am comfortable everywhere, I do not have any problem with that. But yes, if you get more time in a game to settle in, then obviously why not," Dhir said while speaking to broadcasters before the match.

The youngster revealed that he was asked to prepare for a top-order role at short notice due to Rohit Sharma dealing with a minor hamstring niggle. "Unfortunately, Rohit Sharma bhai had a niggle in his hamstring. After that, one day before the match, I was told. Mahela Jayawardene told me that I might bat at number three," he said.

The young batter grabbed the opportunity with both hands as he smashed 45 runs off just 32 balls against the Gujarat Titans (GT) in their last match.

Dhir added that the shift was not new to him as he bats in the top order in domestic cricket. "Actually, I bat in the top order for my domestic team as well, so it was nothing new for me. I just faced the new ball in the nets, so I felt I was ready," he explained.

Looking ahead to the clash, Dhir expects a charged-up atmosphere given the rivalry between the two teams. "There are some very big players playing for both teams, like MS Dhoni bhai is here. Both teams are five-time champions, so I guess that is why it is such a rivalry. The special moment is that the atmosphere today will be very good; it will be electrifying. There will be tremendous support for both teams, so we are looking forward to winning this game," he said.

He also highlighted the importance of momentum in the Indian Premier League (IPL), especially after Mumbai's recent 99-run win over GT. "That last match gave us a big boost because they were a very good team. They were playing at their home ground. We had never won there before, so defeating them there by that margin was a very good boost for us," he said.

"There are a lot of positive conversations happening. And if you look at slow starts, it has been a trend with the Mumbai Indians, so we are not too worried. We have just come here to play good cricket, and we will do that today," he added.

- IANS

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Priya S
It's refreshing to see a young Indian player so grounded. Naman openly acknowledging Rohit Sharma's role and Mahela Jayawardene's guidance shows he respects the veterans. I hope MI management gives him consistent opportunities rather than chopping and changing the batting order too much. Consistency is key in T20 cricket.
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James A
Great mindset from Naman Dhir. Being comfortable anywhere in the batting order is a superpower in modern T20 cricket. MI has a history of backing young Indian talent, and he's proving why.
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Vikram M
Interesting to see how Dhir handles the pressure against CSK's experienced bowling attack. His 45 against GT was impressive, but tonight will be a different ball game altogether. Wankhede crowd will be electric - both CSK and MI fans are going to create an amazing atmosphere! 🏏
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Rohit P
Truth be told, MI's consistent slow starts are concerning. Yes, they've come back strong in previous seasons, but relying on that pattern is risky. Naman Dhir's flexibility is good, but the team needs to find stability in the top order. Glad to see positive vibes though - that 99-run win must have done wonders for team morale!
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Kavya N
As a CSK fan, I'm slightly worried about facing a confident MI team after their big win. But our team has always thrived under pressure. Naman Dhir seems like a solid find for MI though - the way he handled the promotion to number three shows he has the temperament for big matches. Should be a cracker of a game tonight! 🌟

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