text: Mumbai Indians have done well at Eden Gardens, says Rohit Sharma ahead IPL 2015 opening encounter against Kolkata Knight Riders - Cricket Country
  Mumbai Indians have done well at Eden Gardens, says Rohit Sharma ahead IPL 2015 opening encounter against
  Rohit, holds an One-Day International (ODI) world record of scoring 264 runs in his last appearance at Eden Gardens.
  | Updated : April 7, 2015 6:03 PM IST
  Rohit Sharma said it's "fair" for the hosts, Kolkata Knight Riders, to make a suitable wicket for themselves © IANS
  Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) may have the home advantage going into Wednesday's game, but Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Rohit Sharma on Tuesday said his team feels equally at home, having won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title at this venue two years ago.
  "We have always felt confident here [Eden Gardens]. If you look at the records, we have done really well here," Rohit told reporters on the eve of their IPL opener against KKR. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs Mumbai Indians (MI) IPL 2015 Match 1 Preview: Champions collide in opening match
  Playing down talks about the Knight Riders preparing slow pitches to suit their needs, Rohit said it's "fair" for the hosts to make a suitable wicket for themselves. Mumbai Indians in IPL 2015: Rohit Sharma's men approach upcoming season with renewed vigour to regain lost glory
  Stressing on the importance of starting on a winning note, Rohit said, "It's a long tournament, you always have a chance to come back but it's not easy, so it's important to start well and take the momentum forward. It gives you a lot of confidence and you can build on your strengths."
  Rohit, who holds an One-Day International (ODI) world record of scoring 264 runs in his last appearance at Eden Gardens, said he would like to stay in the present and not think much about his feat that he achieved against Sri Lanka in November last year.
  On Knight Riders' mystery spinner Sunil Narine, who is back with a remodelled action, Rohit pointed out that he would bowl only four overs in a 20-over match. Sunil Narine grabs spot-light during KKR practice session at Eden Gardens
  Rohit said it is not only Narine, but KKR's utility Indian recruits have had their share of success. IPL 2015: CSK, KKR, RCB, KXIP, MI, RR, SRH, DD full team details in IPL 8
  "I would like to stick to my strength. I've been leading this side for last two years now, and had a fair bit of success. But yes, when there's a need I will be aggressive. It is important to maintain proper balance that you don't lose your calm in the middle. I will try and do what's best for the team," said Rohit.