Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful franchises in IPL history with five titles, are gearing up for the 2026 season with renewed hopes of clinching a sixth trophy. While Hardik Pandya leads the side this year, much of the spotlight is on former captain Rohit Sharma—not just for his form, but for his remarkable physical transformation.

Rohit has grabbed attention ahead of the season with a significantly improved fitness level, leaving fans and even franchise owner Nita Ambani impressed. Known in the past for concerns around his fitness, the veteran opener now appears leaner and sharper, reflecting the hard work he has put in over recent months.

During a recent Mumbai Indians practice session, a video shared by the franchise showed Nita Ambani interacting with players. On seeing Rohit, she appeared visibly surprised and remarked that she could hardly recognize him, adding that he looked much younger. Rohit responded with a smile, acknowledging the compliment.

Reports suggest that Rohit has undergone a strict fitness regime since the previous IPL season. His efforts were already noticeable during India’s ODI series against New Zealand earlier this year, and he now enters IPL 2026 in peak physical condition.

With expectations high, Mumbai Indians will be hoping that Rohit’s new fitness levels translate into strong performances on the field as they aim to return to title-winning ways.