India, April 3 -- Mumbaikars couldn't have asked for a better start, as Mumbai Indians broke a few records in the ongoing IPL 2026 season. Their win against Kolkata Knight Riders marked the end of a long-standing drought, as they won their opening game of the season for the first time since 2012.

At the centre of the spotlight stands Rohit Sharma, former MI captain from 2013-23, who played a crucial innings, scoring 78 off just 38 balls. With 6 sixes and 6 fours along the way, it felt like the Hitman never left Wankhede. This time, a much fitter and sharper Rohit proved that class remains, despite turning 39 at the end of this April.

The transformation in Rohit has certainly caught the eye, with many raising eyebrows about his preparati...