Aaj gaadi tera bhai chalayega: Rohit Sharma becomes driver for MI squad | WATCH

In a heartwarming moment ahead of the highly anticipated el clasico between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2024, MI's skipper surprised everyone by taking on a new role as the team's bus driver.

As the MI squad prepared for the big match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, Rohit decided to lighten the mood by steering the team bus himself. The atmosphere was electric as fans cheered on, witnessing their cricketing hero behind the wheel.

Rohit's unexpected role

In a video that quickly went viral, Rohit's fans were treated to an unexpected sight as he assumed the driver's seat. The players couldn't contain their laughter and excitement, capturing the moment on their phones as Rohit confidently navigated the bus.

This delightful incident occurred as the team returned from a practice session at their hotel. Earlier, Rohit had arrived at the stadium in his luxury Range Rover, with a special number plate, '0264', commemorating his record-breaking ODI score of 264 runs against Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens.

Akash Ambani joins MI

Accompanying Rohit was Akash Ambani, co-owner of the MI franchise, who joined him for a leisurely drive around Mumbai's streets. Despite the luxury, Rohit's playful spirit saw him take charge of the team bus, adding a touch of fun to the preparations.

As the rivalry between MI and CSK intensified, with Ruturaj Gaikwad leading the Chennai team, fans eagerly anticipated the showdown between the two cricketing giants. With both franchises welcoming new captains this season, the match marked a historic moment as Rohit and Dhoni faced each other as regular players for the first time in IPL history.

Current standings on points table

Mumbai Indians stand in seventh position on the points table, securing 2 wins out of 5. While CSK is in third position after winning 3 wins out of 5.