Virender Sehwag playfully commented on Rohit Sharma's struggles in the IPL powerplay, noting that a slower start might help him stay at the crease longer, given his tendency to get out early. Rohit's recent form includes only three scores above 50 in 13 innings, with nine dismissals during the powerplay.
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