Mumbai Indians (MI) confirmed their place in Qualifier-2 by winning the IPL 2025 Eliminator match. MI defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) by 20 runs in a high-scoring game. Mumbai scored a big total of 228/5, thanks to Rohit Sharma's brilliant 81-run innings. In reply, GT could only manage 220 runs for the loss of six wickets in 20 overs.

Rohit, also known as 'Hitman', gave MI a strong start. He shared an 84-run partnership for the first wicket with Jonny Bairstow, who scored 47 runs off 22 balls. Rohit hit 9 fours and 4 sixes in his innings, while Bairstow smashed 4 fours and 3 sixes.

The legendary batter has returned to form when it mattered the most. After being dropped twice—once by Gerald Coetzee and once by Kusal Mendis—he smashed the Gujarat Titans' bowlers in the Eliminator. He scored 81 runs off 50 balls, hitting 9 fours and 4 sixes. His innings helped Mumbai post 228/5 in 20 overs. Later, the bowlers restricted GT to 208/6. Rohit was named Player of the Match for his performance with the bat in the knockout match held in New Chandigarh.

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After the match, Rohit Sharma made a video call to his wife after winning the Eliminator. He looked emotional during the call. It was a special moment for him, as he played a match-winning knock and helped Mumbai reach Qualifier-2. His emotions showed how much the game meant to him.

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Notably, MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene appreciated the support given by Rohit. He praised the 'Hitman' for his performance. In the press conference after the GT vs MI match, the coach said, "Rohit batted brilliantly. I think he took his time and gave Jonny a chance to control the start. Then, when Rohit felt it was his time, he picked up the pace very well. The pressure he put on Sai Kishore and Rashid Khan at that moment was excellent. Players like him have a different gear for big matches. This is what experience gives. You cannot replace experience."