Rohit Sharma brought his trademark wit to the MI dressing room after helping his side snap a losing streak with a thrilling chase of 201 against Punjab Kings in Dharamsala. The former Mumbai Indians and India captain, known for his explosive batting, cheekily described his own measured innings of 25 off 26 balls as "enjoying my bit of Test cricket."

The Jasprit Bumrah-led MI side finally turned their IPL 2026 fortunes around on Thursday, overcoming a 200-run target set by PBKS. While Ryan Rickleton set the tone with a fiery 48 off 28 deliveries, Sharma anchored the chase from the other end before being dismissed. His slower approach didn't hinder the team, as Tilak Varma's brilliant 75, alongside crucial contributions from Sherfane Rutherford and Will Jacks, guided MI home with six wickets in hand.

In the post-match team address, Sharma lightheartedly poked fun at his own performance, saying, "Great win, it was a complete team effort with the bat. It was good to see everyone chip in while I was enjoying my bit of Test cricket." The remark drew laughs, highlighting the relaxed yet focused atmosphere in the camp.

The match also marked a significant milestone for Jasprit Bumrah, who finally earned the captain's armband for MI after years of loyal service. Stepping in for the absent Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav, Bumrah led the team to a much-needed victory, though he personally struggled with the ball, going wicketless against PBKS. Despite that, his leadership passed the test, giving MI a crucial boost in the season.