Mumbai Indians’ (MI) stand-in skipper Kieron Pollard has given an update on regular captain Rohit Sharma's fitness. Rohit had hurt his left hamstring in the match against Kings XI Punjab a few days ago and has missed a series of matches since then.

Rohit was not picked for the Indian side for the upcoming tour of Australia as well, causing a few controversies as well.

After MI defeated Delhi Capitals to consolidate their position at the top of the points table, Kieron Pollard, who has led the team in Rohit’s absence said during the post-match conversation, “Rohit is getting better and hopefully he’ll be back soon.”

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There was a possibility of Rohit returning to action on November 3 during Mumbai Indians’ last league game against Sunrisers Hyderabad, but the match is now inconsequential with the defending champions having ensured a top-two finish after beating Delhi Capitals here on Saturday.

“There is a bright chance of Rohit playing in the play-offs. Having ensured a top-two finish, it gives him extra days to get fitter,” a source privy to the senior cricketer’s injury management told PTI on conditions of anonymity.

“We need to play another couple of good games and get to the final. This isn’t supposed to be our year (MI wins trophies in odd years only), but it’s been working for us so far. We wanted to bowl spinners in the powerplay with some grip on offer,” Pollard said.

He also praised Ishan Kishan and said, “Ishan has gotten better in every game, and once he gets going, he’s hard to get rid of. He didn’t even start (this season), came in the playing XI at No. 4, and then came out to open and just blew us away.”

(PTI inputs)