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‘Bahut Swarthi ho raha hai’ - Fans react as Rohit Sharma pleads RCB to return favour of last season for IPL Playoff 2023 qualification

Here is how fans have reacted to the cheeky statement from Rohit Sharma after MI's thumping victory over SRH in IPL 2023

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On 21 May, Mumbai Indians (MI) registered a thumping eight-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the ongoing IPL. Thus, they reached 16 points in 14 games. However, still, they are yet to qualify for the playoffs as RCB can reach 16 points by defeating Gujarat Titans in their last game.

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As things stand, only a win over GT can ensure RCB’s place in the playoffs while MI will be eliminated. So, during the post-match presentation ceremony, MI skipper, Rohit Sharma came up with a unique request for RCB. He pleaded RCB to return the favour they did last year regarding their qualification for the playoffs.

“Last year, we did a great favour to RCB. We hope the result there goes our way.” - Rohit Sharma

In IPL 2022, MI played against DC while DC had 14 points in 13 games. RCB were on 16 points in 14 games with a poor run rate than DC. So, DC were looking for a win to grab the fourth spot in the playoffs. But, MI defeated them and RCB went to the playoffs with 16 points. Therefore, if RCB lose against GT, RCB will finish with 14 points and MI will be settled for the fourth spot in the playoffs.

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During the post-match presentation, Rohit said: “We came with the mindset to win and not worry what happens elsewhere. Just hoping for the best. I haven't spoken to anyone. Even if we don't go through, we got ourselves to blame. If we do, boys get credit. Last year, we did a great favour to RCB. We hope the result there goes our way. We didn't start well but fixed things along the way. If I have to look back, we lost crucial moments and games like against Punjab here and last game vs LSG. We can't look too much into that. Sometimes it doesn't come along which is fair.” Listening to such a cheeky wish from the MI skipper, fans came up and shared their views on social media.

Here is how fans have reacted: 

 

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