Rohit Sharma Likely to Miss MI vs Punjab Kings IPL Match

Mumbai Indians star batter Rohit Sharma is likely to miss the team's Indian Premier League match against Punjab Kings on Thursday at Wankhede Stadium, following a hamstring injury sustained during their recent defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

The 38-year-old opener retired hurt in the sixth over of Mumbai Indians' chase against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday, April 12, at the same venue. Batting on 19 runs off 13 balls, including two fours and a six, Sharma felt discomfort in his right hamstring while facing a delivery from Rasikh Salam. The team physio attended to him on the field, causing a delay, but he managed only a defensive shot before leaving the crease. Sharma did not return to bat or field, and Mumbai Indians fell short by 18 runs in a high-scoring contest, marking their third loss in four games this season. The team has earned just two points and sits ninth on the points table.

Team officials confirmed Sharma underwent scans after the match, with early assessments indicating no major tear. However, he skipped the net session on Tuesday and was absent from training at Wankhede on Wednesday. "The medical team and coaching staff are assessing him, and we...