Rohit Sharma etched his name in IPL history by becoming the first Indian cricketer to win 20 Player of the Match awards, achieving this milestone during Mumbai Indians' dominant victory over Chennai Super Kings. Sharma's unbeaten 76, along with Suryakumar Yadav's explosive 68, powered MI to a comfortable win. This achievement underscores Sharma's enduring impact and consistency in the IPL.
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