IPL 2018: 5 players who will be crucial in deciding the IPL opener between MI and CSK

#1 Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma will play a vital role for Mumbai

One of the most successful IPL captains, Rohit Sharma is considered one of the most talented batsmen of his generation.

Known for his technique and power hitting, the former Deccan Chargers' man has smashed the ball out of the fence 172 times which makes him the batsman with the third-most sixes in the IPL.

He has scored 4207 runs in 159 matches at an average of 32.61 with a strike rate of 130.89. He also scored one century in the IPL and has the highest score of 109.

The Indian opener should open the innings for MI against CSK and their fans will be expecting a good start from their captain.