Will Rohit Sharma play tonight for MI vs CSK in IPL 2026 match?

Rohit Sharma sustained a hamstring injury, which sidelined him for a few matches in IPL 2026.

Mumbai Indians (MI) are set to face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 fixture at the Wankhede Stadium on April 23, Thursday. The contest will be an extremely important fixture for both sides as they have managed just two wins out of the six games each.

After a commanding win over Gujarat Titans (GT) in their previous outing, MI gained momentum heading into this fixture. Tilak Varma played a key role in the victory with a crucial contribution in the batting department, while the bowlers backed it up with disciplined spells to secure a comprehensive result.

MI’s star batter Rohit Sharma missed the last two matches due to a hamstring injury, which he sustained during a match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The 38-year-old continues to remain part of the MI setup during IPL 2026 as a senior batter, but his availability for the rest of the games remain a major question.

Will Rohit Sharma play in MI vs CSK clash of IPL 2026?

Rohit Sharma might be in contention for a return in the match against CSK, although the team management has not taken a final call yet. The medical staff continues to assess his condition, with MI expected to prioritise full fitness before confirming his inclusion.

Rohit batted with full intensity in the nets on the eve of MI vs CSK clash. He didn’t show any signs of discomfort, which could well be a sign that he has regained his fitness. The MI management could consider including Rohit as an impact player, allowing him to feature primarily as a batter while managing his workload by keeping him off the field during the bowling innings.

The senior opener is the highest run-scorer in MI vs CSK encounters, amassing 913 runs in 31 matches alone. His presence would strengthen MI’s batting unit, particularly at Wankhede, where early runs are often crucial. However, the final team combination will depend on pitch assessment and match-ups against CSK.

At present, Rohit is part of the squad and has resumed training with no sign of any new injury. A final decision on whether he will play in the match against CSK is expected to be taken at the toss following final fitness clearance.

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