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Xtra Time Web Desk: Rohit Sharma's recent dismissal against Rajasthan Royals further compounded his struggle with the bat in the IPL. Falling victim to Trent Boult's precision and pace, Rohit departed for a golden duck, much to the dismay of Mumbai Indians' fans at the Wankhede Stadium.

Boult's impeccable start to the match, with three consecutive dot balls, set the tone for his spell. Rohit's dismissal on the first ball he faced epitomized the challenge posed by Boult's bowling, particularly his ability to exploit any indecision from the batsmen. Rohit's tentative push resulted in an edge behind the stumps, which was expertly caught by RR skipper Sanju Samson, showcasing his agility and reflexes.

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Boult's immediate success continued as he dismissed Naman Dhir on the very next ball, leaving Mumbai Indians reeling at 2 for 1 after the first over. Boult's exceptional record of claiming 25 wickets in the first over of an innings since 2020 underscores his dominance in the power play overs, making him a formidable force in the tournament.

Rohit's dismissal also saw him join Dinesh Karthik in an unwanted record, as both players now share the record for the most ducks in the history of the IPL, with 17 ducks each. This statistic highlights the challenges and uncertainties faced by even the most seasoned batsmen in the IPL's competitive environment.

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Despite this setback, Rohit Sharma's talent and experience make him a key player for Mumbai Indians, and his team will undoubtedly rely on him to bounce back strongly in the upcoming matches.

Most ducks in IPL

Rohit Sharma - 17*
Dinesh Karthik - 17
Piyush Chawla - 15
Mandeep Singh - 15
Sunil Narine - 15
Glenn Maxwell - 15