Rohit Sharma’s future with the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL has come under speculation, thanks to recent remarks made by former cricketer Aakash Chopra. In a live session on his YouTube channel, Chopra stated that Rohit Sharma might not continue with the Mumbai Indians in the upcoming season. The cricket analyst offered a surprising reason, even bringing MS Dhoni into the conversation to explain his viewpoint.
Aakash Chopra’s Bold Prediction
Aakash Chopra shared his thoughts during a live stream, where he speculated that Mumbai Indians might not retain their captain Rohit Sharma for the next IPL season. According to Chopra, teams usually plan for the long term, expecting their retained players to be part of the squad for at least three years. However, he believes Rohit’s case might be different, stating, “I think Rohit Sharma will not stay in Mumbai Indians. The strategy around retention usually works for three years, unless you are MS Dhoni. Dhoni’s case with Chennai Super Kings is unique, but I see Rohit parting ways with Mumbai or being released by the franchise.”
Contradictory Reports
While Chopra’s prediction has stirred discussions, recent reports suggest the opposite. It was previously mentioned that Mumbai Indians have no plans to release Rohit Sharma, despite a disappointing performance in the previous season. Last year, Hardik Pandya took over as MI’s captain, which left fans wondering about Rohit’s position in the team. However, with no official confirmation, the situation remains speculative.
Rohit Sharma Focused on Bangladesh Series
Currently, Rohit Sharma’s main focus lies on the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, starting from September 19. This series holds significance for Rohit, as Bangladesh is one of the few teams against whom he has yet to score a century or half-century in Test cricket. With a batting average of just 11 against Bangladesh, Rohit will be keen to improve his statistics during the series. Team India is already preparing for the series, with a practice camp in Chennai.
As cricket fans await updates on Rohit’s future with Mumbai Indians, his performance in the Bangladesh Test series will also be under the spotlight.
