Mumbai: Rohit Sharma turned back the clock with a vintage knock to power Mumbai Indians to a thrilling win over Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026, while also rewriting the record books.

Chasing a daunting 221, Rohit smashed a 38-ball 78, laced with six fours and six sixes, setting the tone for a successful run chase that MI completed with five balls to spare.

Record-breaking night for Rohit

During his match-winning innings, Rohit surpassed Virat Kohli to register the most runs against a single team in IPL history.

The MI opener now has 1,161 runs against KKR in 36 matches, overtaking Kohli’s 1,159 runs against Punjab Kings.

Most runs against a single IPL team

  • 1,161 – Rohit Sharma vs KKR
  • 1,159 – Virat Kohli vs PBKS
  • 1,146 – Virat Kohli vs Chennai Super Kings
  • 1,134 – David Warner vs PBKS
  • 1,130 – Virat Kohli vs Delhi Capitals
  • 1,093 – David Warner vs KKR

Dominant opening stand seals chase

Rohit found an able partner in Ryan Rickelton, as the duo stitched together a massive 148-run opening stand that effectively took the game away from KKR.

Rickelton top-scored with 81 off 43 balls, while Rohit’s aggressive strokeplay ensured MI stayed ahead of the required rate throughout the chase.

KKR had earlier posted a formidable 220/4, but MI’s top-order dominance made the target look achievable.

Elite company in IPL milestones

With this innings, Rohit also joined an elite list of players with 50 or more fifty-plus scores in IPL history. He is now behind only Kohli (72), Warner (66), and Shikhar Dhawan in this category.

Legacy of a champion

Rohit’s contribution to the IPL goes far beyond individual milestones. A six-time IPL winner — including one title with the now-defunct Deccan Chargers — he remains one of the most successful captains in league history.

Having joined MI in 2011, Rohit led the side to their maiden title in 2013 and went on to captain the franchise for over a decade before handing over leadership duties to Hardik Pandya in 2024.

He is also MI’s highest run-scorer and among the few batters to have crossed the 6000-run mark in IPL history.

Conclusion

At 38, Rohit Sharma continues to defy age and expectations, delivering performances that not only win matches but also etch his name deeper into IPL folklore. His latest knock against KKR is a reminder that class, once attained, remains permanent.