IPL 2021: MI can be proud of fabulous run over last 5-6 years, says Rohit Sharma after title defence ends

IPL 2021; Mumbai Indians' chances of completing the first-ever hat-trick in the league came to an end as the defending champions failed to qualify for the play-offs. Rohit Sharma shed light on the dream run for the team over the years.

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma said he felt a little disappointed that the 5-time champions were not able to qualify for the play-offs of IPL 2021 but said the franchise can hold their heads high for their performances over the last 5-6 years in the cash-rich T20 league.

Mumbai Indians gave it their all to make the most of an outside chance to reach the play-offs in their final league stage match on Friday in Abu Dhabi. MI headed into the match, knowing they had a mountain to climb as they needed to beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 171 runs.