Rohit Sharma has finally made his mark in the ongoing IPL 2025 with a sensational performance that left fans in awe. The Mumbai Indians (MI) captain delivered a masterclass during yesterday’s high-octane clash against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Wankhede Stadium. Sharma’s unbeaten 76 off just 45 balls, at a blistering strike rate of 168.86, earned him the Player of the Match award and reignited Mumbai’s campaign this season.
This innings was a much-needed breakthrough for the Hitman, who had struggled to find his rhythm in the earlier games. His elegant strokeplay and calculated aggression reminded everyone why he’s one of the most feared batsmen in the IPL. But while his knock stole the show, Sharma is now making waves for another reason—a heartfelt tribute to Abhishek Nayar, the current assistant coach of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
Taking to Instagram, Rohit shared a simple yet touching message for Nayar: “Thanks Bro”, tagging his longtime mentor. This gesture highlights the deep bond between the two, which dates back to Rohit’s transformative journey post-2011. After being dropped from the World Cup squad due to fitness concerns, Nayar played a pivotal role in reshaping Rohit’s training regimen and mental approach, helping him evolve into the cricketing legend he is today.
Rohit Sharma thanked Abhishek Nayar for last night’s knock against Chennai
– Ro, A lovely gesture. pic.twitter.com/G2ecrb4KOe
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 21, 2025
Abhishek Nayar’s Journey: From Team India to KKR
Interestingly, Abhishek Nayar has been in the spotlight for more reasons than one. Reports suggest that the BCCI has relieved him of his duties as the assistant coach of Team India after an eight-month stint. While the board has not officially confirmed the news, Nayar’s return to KKR midway through the IPL season seems to validate these speculations.
During his time with the national team, Nayar worked closely with Rohit Sharma, particularly in the red-ball format. However, India faced significant challenges under his tenure, including a rare home Test series loss to New Zealand and a disappointing Border-Gavaskar Trophy campaign in Australia. Despite these setbacks, Nayar’s influence on players like Rohit remains unmistakable.
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