IPL 2026: Will Rohit Sharma play today against Chennai Super Kings at Wankhede?
Rohit Sharma's availability for Mumbai Indians' clash against Chennai Super Kings on April 23, 2026, remains uncertain due to a hamstring injury. While seen batting in nets, his participation will be a last-minute decision. If fit to bat only, he could feature as an Impact Player, given his significant record against CSK.
As Mumbai Indians gear up to face Chennai Super Kings at the Wankhede Stadium on April 23, 2026, uncertainty surrounds the availability of Rohit Sharma, who is recovering from a hamstring injury. A decision on Rohit’s participation will be taken just before the toss, with the team management closely monitoring his fitness ahead of the high-profile clash. There are encouraging signs from the Mumbai Indians camp.
Rohit was seen batting in the nets on Wednesday, undergoing a controlled training session. However, ESPNcricinfo suggest he mostly faced throwdowns and avoided big shots during his 25-minute stint, indicating a cautious approach in his recovery. — mipaltan (@mipaltan) The injury, sustained earlier this month on April 12, has already ruled him out of MI’s last two matches against Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans.
If Rohit is deemed fit to bat but not field, MI could use him as an Impact Player to manage his workload. This would allow the team to utilize his batting strength without risking further strain on his hamstring. In case Rohit is unavailable, Danish Malewar is likely to continue as an opener alongside Quinton de Kock, having filled in during his absence.
A Key Figure Against CSK Rohit Sharma is the leading run-scorer in the history of the Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings rivalry, with 913 runs across 31 matches. He holds a significant advantage at today's venue, having surpassed 500 IPL runs against CSK alone at the Wankhede Stadium. The Mumbai Indians (MI) currently lead the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) 21–18 in their 39 overall head-to-head encounters in the IPL as of April 2026 .