Mumbai Indians

Paltan, yes, the last four games have tested us in every way but this is the time to stick together and back our team - Mumbai Indians come what way. It is time to move forward with a fresh approach and gear up for the sixth game at Ahmedabad. The challenge now is to face Gujarat Titans on 20th April 2026, with one clear motive activated-the comeback mode. With the spotlight on the upcoming clash, MI’s big hitter Sherfane Rutherford graced MI Charcha, driving a conversation that was fresh, fearless and full of belief.

On being asked about his first season in the IPL and being a part of the 2020 Mumbai Indians winning squad. Rutherford said, “It was a great memory and I enjoyed every bit of it. You have to have that hunger to win, no opposition team will give you a victory easily. You can achieve anything, once you put your mind to it. It is not always how you start a tournament; since it is a long one…you can always bounce back from difficult situations.”

Sharing all about his preparations before a big game, Sherfane added, “A lot of my preparations happen during the net sessions itself. The way I bat in the nets is similar to the way I approach a game. First few balls, get a few singles in and then try and hit those boundaries. Just sticking to the process and whatever I am doing in training, I will try and stick to those plans while batting. I keep backing myself at all times. On match day, I keep it simple…and don’t think too much because at the end of the day it is bat versus ball. I like to go out and just enjoy the game.”

The Southpaw also spoke about his grand innings of 71(31) versus RCB at Wankhede, “Wankhede is a pretty good wicket. As a batter, once you settle down on the pitch, there is not much a bowler can do. For me, I just wanted to get set and stay till the very end. I wish I could have won that game for the team but unfortunately that did not happen. That knock gave me good confidence to move ahead in this tournament. Hopefully I can win a few games for Mumbai Indians.”

Finally reflecting on working with Kieron Pollard who is extremely loved and admired in the Mumbai Indians camp and how that has helped Rutherford’s game. He opined, “It is definitely a big boost to me. Since I have known him for a very long time, it is easy to get along with him. We spend a lot of time in the nets together and he answers a lot of my questions. I have an opportunity to create my own legacy in this team.”

Built for the big stage, gearing up for the magical show…Rutherford is ready to unleash yet another monster innings!