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Watch: Rohit Sharma mobbed by crowd amid Mumbai rain; video goes viral | Cricket News

Watch: Rohit Sharma mobbed by crowd amid Mumbai rain; video goes viral | Cricket News

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Rohit Sharma mobbed by crowd amid Mumbai rain NEW DELHI: Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma received a hero’s welcome at Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, as fans braved heavy rain to catch a glimpse of their icon. The Team India ODI skipper was in attendance for the final of the T20 Mumbai League between Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals and SoBo Mumbai Falcons.As soon as word spread that Rohit had arrived, fans swarmed his black SUV outside the stadium, eager for a glimpse or photo despite the relentless Mumbai downpour. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The passionate crowd quickly surrounded his vehicle. Video capturing the moment has gone viral across social media platforms, showcasing both the chaos and affection that followed the 2024 T20 World Cup-winning captain.Watch:Inside the stadium, Rohit was seen enjoying the action from the VIP box. The camera panned to him during the game, drawing further applause from the crowd. The final itself saw Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals defeat SoBo Mumbai Falcons to lift the trophy, but for many spectators, the evening’s highlight was the unexpected presence of their beloved Rohit.With the domestic season winding down, Rohit’s focus now shifts to international duties. ‘Cricketers Aren’t Cattle… ‘: Harish Thawani on the IPL and Business of Indian Cricket He will lead India in a three-match ODI series against Bangladesh from August 17 to 23, aiming to overturn the 2-1 defeat India suffered under his captaincy in 2022. Following that, Rohit will captain the side in a key ODI series against Australia in October, with matches set for Perth, Adelaide, and Sydney. A series win would see him join MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli as Indian captains who’ve triumphed in 50-over cricket Down Under.

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After winning five straight finals, Shreyas Iyer loses back-to-back title clashes | Cricket News

After winning five straight finals, Shreyas Iyer loses back-to-back title clashes | Cricket News

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Shreyas Iyer (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images) For Shreyas Iyer, June has been a month of heartbreak. Just ten days after leading Punjab Kings to the IPL 2025 final, only to fall short against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the India batter suffered yet another final defeat — this time in the T20 Mumbai League. Iyer captained SoBo Mumbai Falcons in the local T20 competition and looked set to end the month on a high. But it wasn’t to be. His side was beaten by Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals in the final held at the Wankhede Stadium, with Iyer himself failing to make a mark with the bat, echoing his subdued performance in the IPL final.Before enduring two back-to-back final defeats this June, Shreyas Iyer had built an enviable record in title clashes. He was part of the Mumbai team that lifted the Ranji Trophy, played a crucial role in India’s Irani Cup triumph, and captained Kolkata Knight Riders to a memorable IPL 2024 title. He also led his state side to victory in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, and was a member of India’s squad that clinched the Champions Trophy 2025 earlier this year. Speaking after the match, an emotional Iyer said, “Don’t want to pinpoint any particular incident. Overall, the boys were brilliant with their efforts. We lost just one game en route to the final. Just a one-off game where you can’t single out anyone — it’s basically backstabbing, and I don’t enjoy that.” Major League Cricket 2025 Explained: Teams, Schedule & Where to Watch Iyer acknowledged the hurt of a second straight title loss but encouraged his team to take pride in their campaign: “It’s pretty common to feel dejected after a final loss. It must hurt them. But when they come back next year, they’ll have that extra motivation and confidence. They should be proud of their effort.”Quiz: Who’s that IPL player? Adding to the occasion, Indian cricket legend Rohit Sharma was in attendance and personally handed over the runners-up medal to Iyer.

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From IPL 2025 to T20 Mumbai: Shreyas Iyer endures back-to-back final heartbreaks

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Shreyas Iyer endured the heartbreak of losing another T20 tournament final, just days after falling short in the IPL 2025 summit clash. Leading the SoBo Mumbai Falcons in the inaugural edition of the T20 Mumbai League, Iyer’s side was outplayed by Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals at the Wankhede Stadium on 12 June. It was a bitter repeat of the IPL 2025 final on 3 June, where Iyer’s Punjab Kings were beaten by Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Ahmedabad. Despite dominating the league phase, PBKS stumbled at the final hurdle. A similar script unfolded in Mumbai as Iyer’s Falcons faltered under pressure. Chasing a modest target of 158, Siddesh Lad’s South Central side cruised home in 19.2 overs to lift the title. India’s ODI captain Rohit Sharma, who attended the final as the league’s ambassador, was seen handing over the runners-up cheque to a visibly dejected Iyer after the game. “It’s pretty hectic. Especially when you lose, it runs in your mind a lot,” Iyer admitted. Yet the inspirational skipper urged his teammates to be proud of their campaign and take positives from the highs and lows of the season. “Don’t want to pinpoint any particular incident. Overall, the boys were brilliant with their efforts. We lost just one game en route to the final. Just a one-off game where you can’t single out anyone – it’s basically backstabbing and I don’t enjoy that. We’ve learnt a lot. “It’s pretty common to feel dejected after a final loss. It must hurt them. But when they come back next year, they’ll have that extra motivation and confidence. They should be proud of their effort,” he added. IYER, ANGRISH FAIL IN THE BIG FINAL Winning the toss and opting to bowl, Mumbai South Central dismissed opener Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Ishan Mulchandani in the powerplay. Kolkata Knight Riders star Angkrish failed in the final, managing just 7 off 12 balls. Captain Shreyas Iyer, walking in at No. 3, never got going. He hit a six and a boundary, but struggled for consistency on a lively Wankhede Stadium pitch. Thanks to a 32-ball 50 from Mayuresh Tandel and a blistering 28-ball 45 from Harsh Aghav, SoBo Mumbai Falcons posted 157 on the board. The duo added 85 runs in just 49 balls for the fifth wicket. Vaibhav Mali was the pick of the bowlers for Mumbai South Central, picking up two wickets in four overs. In reply, captain Siddesh Lad and his opening partner Sahil Bhagwanta Jadhav set the tone for the chase, smashing 32 runs in just 2.5 overs. Siddesh fell for 15 and Sahil for 22 as Mumbai South Central slipped to 42 for 2. A steady fifty from Chinmay Sutar (53 off 49) and a bilstering 38 off 24 from Awais Naushad Khan ensured Mumbai South Central completed the chase in 19.2 overs and secured the title. Published By: Akshay Ramesh Published On: Jun 13, 2025

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