NEW DELHI: Former Mumbai Indians captain
Rohit Sharma
found himself in a comical situation when the team's ex-bowling coach
Shane Bond
surprised him with an unexpected attempt to plant a kiss on his cheeks.
In a video posted by MI on their X handle, Bond, now serving as the bowling coach for Rajasthan Royals, approached Rohit from behind to deliver a surprise. Rohit warmly reciprocated with a handshake and embraced the legendary Kiwi pacer with genuine affection.
Earlie in the day, MI shared another video in which the coaching staff disclosed intriguing insights into their players' personalities, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their team dynamics.
Head coach
Mark Boucher
revealed that star batter Rohit Sharma is someone who often gives awkward hugs and handshakes to others. "Rohit does not usually hug people a lot," he said.
MI eye revenge against RR in reverse fixture
A resurgent Mumbai will need to address their bowling woes as they look to exact revenge on table-toppers Rajasthan Royals in their reverse fixture of the on Monday.
With three wins in last four games, MI have hit the recovery road to reach sixth spot in the points table after a poor start this season, while RR are on a rampaging run as they occupy the top spot with 12 points.
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