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IPL 2025 PBKS vs MI: Rohit Sharma vs Shreyas Iyer Playoff Stats

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IPL 2025 PBKS vs MI: Rohit Sharma vs Shreyas Iyer Playoff Stats

Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer are set to face off in the highly anticipated Qualifier 2 of IPL 2025 on Sunday, June 1. After Mumbai Indians, led by Rohit, triumphed over Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator, they now meet Punjab Kings, captained by Shreyas Iyer, who suffered a setback against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1.

In their respective teams top order, Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer have both shown themselves to be invaluable talents. Known for their experience and ability to deliver under pressure, their performances could heavily influence who progresses to the final. Here's a comprehensive look at how these two seasoned campaigners have performed in IPL playoffs over the years:

1. Batting Performance: Runs, Average & Strike Rate

Player Innings Runs Average / Strike Rate 50s
Rohit Sharma 22 397 18.90 / 116.76 3
Shreyas Iyer 10 216 36.00 / 126.31 2

In 22 playoff innings, Rohit Sharma has amassed 397 runs at an average of 18.90 and a strike rate of 116.76. Representing both Deccan Chargers and Mumbai Indians, his standout performance came recently when he smashed 81 against Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator — a knock that played a major role in Mumbai Indians advancing to the next round.

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In contrast, Shreyas Iyer has amassed 216 runs in ten postseason games. With a solid average of 36 and a strike rate of 126.31, Iyer has maintained more consistency. His most notable playoff season was in 2020 when he scored 98 runs in three games, including an unbeaten 65 in the final, albeit in a losing cause for Delhi Capitals.

2. Impact in Winning Matches

Player Total Runs Runs in Winning Matches % in Wins Average in Wins
Rohit Sharma 397 331 83.37% 23.64
Shreyas Iyer 216 93 43.05% 23.25

Rohit Sharma has proven to be a match-winner in high-stakes games, with 83.37% of his runs coming in victories. His recent knock of 81 not out stands testament to his ability to rise to the occasion.

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In contrast, Shreyas Iyer has scored 93 of his 216 runs in games where his team ended up victorious. He scored an incredible 58* off 24 deliveries to lead the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to the final in the 2024 Qualifier 1, one of his most famous playoff efforts.

3. Leadership Record in Playoffs

Player Matches as Captain Wins Losses Win %
Rohit Sharma 15 11 4 73.33%
Shreyas Iyer 8 4 4 50.00%

Rohit Sharma has an outstanding captaincy record in IPL playoffs, winning 11 out of 15 matches, which reflects a 73.33% win rate. His leadership was instrumental in guiding MI to title victories in 2015, 2019, and 2020, with playoff dominance being a consistent feature of his captaincy.

Shreyas Iyer, meanwhile, has led three different franchises — Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Punjab Kings — in the playoffs. He has a balanced record of four wins and four losses. Notably, he was the first captain to take DC to an IPL final and later led KKR to their 2024 championship win.

Conclusion

While Shreyas Iyer has shown greater consistency with the bat in terms of average, Rohit Sharma's overall playoff record makes him the more impactful player. Rohit not only brings match-winning knocks but also excels under pressure with a proven captaincy track record.

Iyer, though an impressive and evolving leader, still has ground to cover when compared to Rohit’s legacy in the IPL playoffs. As the two face off in Qualifier 2, their performances could yet again play a decisive role in shaping their team's fortunes.

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