IPL 2023: Is Rohit Sharma & Ishan Kishan the best opening batting combo this year?

Can Rohit Sharma & Ishan Kishan Deliver as MI's Best Opening Batting Combo in IPL 2023?

As the IPL 2023 approaches, fans and analysts alike are speculating about which teams and players will make an impact in the upcoming season. One of the most exciting questions on everyone’s minds is which opening batting combo will prove to be the best. While there are several strong contenders, including Jos Buttler and Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock, the duo of Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan might just be the best.

Rohit Sharma is a veteran of the IPL, having played in 227 matches and scored an impressive 5879 runs. While his average of 30.30 may not seem very high, his ability to score big runs in crucial matches makes him one of the most valuable players in the league. He has also slammed one century and 40 half-centuries, with his highest IPL score being 109* runs. In the IPL Auction 2023, the Mumbai franchise acquired the services of Rohit Sharma for INR 16.00 Crore. He has been a consistent performer for Mumbai and has the ability to take apart any bowling attack. However, he hasn’t been at his best in recent seasons, with concerns being raised about his form and his place in the Indian T20I side.

Rohit Sharma

Ishan Kishan, on the other hand, is a younger player who has already made a name for himself in the league. He has played in 75 matches to date and has scored 1870 runs, with an average of 29.22. He has also slammed 12 half-centuries, with his highest IPL score being 99 runs. In the IPL Auction 2023, the Mumbai franchise acquired the services of Ishan Kishan for INR 15.25 Crore. He is a talented young player who has already shown his potential with some impressive performances. He recently scored a double century in an ODI against Bangladesh, and he will be looking to carry that form into the IPL.

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Together, Rohit and Ishan make a formidable opening pair. They both have the ability to take the game away from the opposition in the powerplay, although they may be slightly slower compared to some other opening pairs. However, what really sets them apart is their ability to support their star-studded middle order.

Ishan Kishan

The Mumbai Indians have always had a star-studded middle order, but they need their openers to give them a good start. Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan have the potential to do just that. They complement each other well, with Rohit’s experience and Kishan’s youth and energy.

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Of course, they do have their weaknesses. Like some other opening pairs, they are vulnerable against spin, which is something that other teams may look to exploit. However, if they can overcome this weakness, they have the potential to be the best opening pair in the IPL.

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In conclusion, the Mumbai Indians have a formidable opening pair in Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan. They may not be as explosive as some other pairs, but they have the ability to provide the support that the middle order needs. With their talent and potential, they could well be the best opening pair in IPL 2023.

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