Many sporting giants have gone through this phase: Rohit Sharma on MI's dismal run this IPL

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma after the record-five time IPL champions became the first team to be eliminated from the competition following its eighth loss in a row. Mathematically, Mumbai Indians were knocked out of the play-off race after the 36-run loss to Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. "We haven't put our best foot forward in this tournament but that happens, many sporting giants have gone through this phase but I love this team and its environment.

"Also want to appreciate our well wishers who've shown faith and undying loyalty to this team so far," tweeted Rohit a day after their fate was sealed in the competition. Both IPL heavyweights MI and CSK have endured tough campaigns this season though the latter remains in the competition.

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Mumbai Indians, the most successful side in Indian Premier League history with five titles, slipped to their eighth straight loss to stay bottom of the 10-team table. Here's a quick recap of some of the reactions from MI captain Rohit Sharma after their 8 losses so far this season.

At the mega auction ahead of the IPL, MI did not retain the likes of Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya who played a crucial role in the team's success over the years. Their retained players Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, Kieron Pollard and captain himself have not performed as per expectations.