In Match 41st of TATA IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians (MI) will face off against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Wednesday, April 23, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad (7:30 PM IST).
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While all eyes will be on big names like Jasprit Bumrah and Pat Cummins, one interesting mini-battle to watch will be between Rohit Sharma and Harshal Patel. The SRH pacer has had the upper hand in this contest in previous seasons.
Let’s break down their head-to-head stats in the IPL.
Rohit Sharma vs Harshal Patel – IPL Head-to-Head Record
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 8 |
| Balls Faced | 42 |
| Runs Scored | 52 |
| Strike Rate | 123.8 |
| Batting Average | 17.33 |
| Wickets Lost | 3 |
| Extras Faced | 2 |
| 4s | 4 |
| 6s | 2 |
Rohit has struggled against Harshal Patel in the past, scoring only 52 runs in 42 balls and getting out 3 times.
Rohit Sharma at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Hyderabad
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 19 |
| Span | 2008-2025 |
| Runs | 590 |
| HS | 76* |
| Batting Avg | 39.33 |
| 100s | 0 |
| Wickets | 0 |
| Catches | 8 |
Expert Analysis
- Rohit Sharma’s strike rate of 123.80 against Harshal Patel is quite low for a batter of his caliber, especially in T20s.
- He’s also been dismissed 3 times in 8 innings, which makes Harshal one of the bowlers who has consistently troubled him.
- Harshal’s slower balls and variations seem to have worked well against Rohit, especially in the middle overs.
In a match where every wicket counts, Harshal Patel will be eyeing Rohit Sharma’s dismissal once again. If SRH use him smartly, especially just after the powerplay, it could be a turning point in the game.
For Rohit, this match is a great chance to flip the numbers and take on a bowler who’s had the upper hand. Will he break the pattern, or will Harshal continue to dominate this face-off?
