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Mumbai Indians Predicted XI vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2023: Who Will Partner Jofra Archer In Attack?

After a torrid season last year, which saw them finish bottom of the points table, five-time champions Mumbai Indians eye a winning start when they take on Royal Challengers Bangalore at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Eyeing a record-extending sixth title, Mumbai will aim to put their best foot forward against a formidable RCB side. Captain Rohit Sharma and pacer Jofra Archer have been declared fit by head coach Mark Boucher. However, MI will miss the services of star pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Jhye Richardson.

Rohit Sharma, Jofra Archer Fit For Mumbai Indians' IPL 2023 Opener Against Royal Challengers Bangalore, Confirms Coach Mark Boucher

Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher confirmed that skipper Rohit Sharma and pacer Jofra Archer are fit for their IPL opener against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Sunday. There were speculations that Rohit might not be available for the opening game as he had missed the captains' photo shoot in Ahmedabad. But Boucher dispelled all rumours. "Yes, Rohit is fit. He has trained the last two days and is 100 per cent ready to go. I think he didn't feel particularly well that morning and just as a precaution, we told him to stay at home," Boucher said at the pre-match press conference on Saturday.

IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma Ducks 'Rest' Bouncer, Puts Mumbai Indians Coach In Spotlight

'Workload management' is an important contributor to players' performances. With the gruelling 2-month-long Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season set to start on March 31, many are worried about the Indian players' workload, especially keeping the World Test Championship final against Australia in mind. Rohit Sharma, who is the captain of both the Indian team and Mumbai Indians, was asked about taking 'rest' from IPL during the course of the season. His didn't just dodge the bullet himself but put head coach Mark Boucher in the spotlight.

"New Innovations...": Rohit Sharma's Interesting Comment On 'Impact Player' Rule In Indian Premier League 2023

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma on Wednesday backed the new "impact player" rule that will come into force in the upcoming Indian Premier League T20 tournament. The regulation will allow a substitute to come in to bat and bowl, but he can only be an Indian unless there are fewer than four overseas players in a team. "It's interesting to have new innovations coming into the game," Rohit told reporters before the IPL season starts on Friday. "Only time will tell what happens and how the team will cope with this new rule, but I like the idea of an impact player coming in and changing your team after the toss."

Rohit Sharma welcomes 'impact player' rule in IPL 2023

Mumbai Indians and national team captain Rohit Sharma welcomed the introduction of the "impact player" rule in the Indian Premier League that begins on Friday.

Arjun Tendulkar To Debut For Mumbai Indians In IPL 2023? Rohit Sharma Gives One-Word Reply

Arjun Tendulkar has been a part of the Mumbai Indians franchise for the past two years, but he has not made his debut yet in the Indian Premier League. In 2021, he suffered an injury and in 2022, he was not given a chance despite MI finishing last in the points table. Arjun, who is the son of legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, has been practicing with the side ahead of the IPL 2023 and when asked about his possible debut, skipper Rohit Sharma gave an answer that will not disappoint the young cricketer.

"He Is The Captain": Mumbai Indians Coach's Blunt Take On Resting Rohit Sharma In IPL 2023

Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher said on Wednesday that he will have no problem in resting Rohit Sharma during the league stage of the IPL provided the captain is able to find form with the bat. Mumbai Indians will be desperate for a turn around after a poor show last year when they finished last in the 10-team IPL. With Mumbai Indians starting their IPL 2023 season with an away clash against Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 2, the focus will also be on the workload management of the players and especially Rohit, who will lead India in the 50-over World Cup later this year in October-November. Sharma, when asked if he was open to take a backseat and rest during a few IPL games in the league round, preferred to have the question answered by the former South African wicketkeeper and coach Boucher.

Heinrich Klaasen Slams 54-Ball Century, South Africa Level Series vs West Indies

Heinrich Klaasen slammed a 54-ball century as South Africa beat the West Indies by four wickets in the third and final one-day international on Tuesday. South Africa were in trouble at 87 for four chasing a West Indian total of 260 but Klaasen went for his shots and the home side chased down the target with 20.3 overs to spare.The series was shared 1-1 after the first match was rained off. "We try to play conditions and not the situation and the conditions were fantastic," said Klaasen. Klaasen finished with 119 not out off 61 balls, hitting 15 fours and five sixes in Potchefstroom. He shared partnerships of 55 off 38 balls with David Miller (17) and a match-clinching sixth-wicket stand of 103 off 62 deliveries with Marco Jansen (43).

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Mumbai Indians Predicted XI vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2023: Who Will Partner Jofra Archer In Attack?

Rohit Sharma, Jofra Archer Fit For Mumbai Indians' IPL 2023 Opener Against Royal Challengers Bangalore, Confirms Coach Mark Boucher

IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma Ducks 'Rest' Bouncer, Puts Mumbai Indians Coach In Spotlight

"New Innovations...": Rohit Sharma's Interesting Comment On 'Impact Player' Rule In Indian Premier League 2023

Rohit Sharma welcomes 'impact player' rule in IPL 2023

Arjun Tendulkar To Debut For Mumbai Indians In IPL 2023? Rohit Sharma Gives One-Word Reply

"He Is The Captain": Mumbai Indians Coach's Blunt Take On Resting Rohit Sharma In IPL 2023

Heinrich Klaasen Slams 54-Ball Century, South Africa Level Series vs West Indies