Former India batter Aakash Chopra believes that star batter Rohit Sharma and young wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan might not play for Mumbai Indians (MI) in the next season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Rohit’s future with MI has been uncertain since he was relieved of his captaincy duties, with Hardik Pandya taking over as captain for IPL 2024. The five-time champions had a disastrous season, finishing last in the 10-team points table. Chopra suggested that Rohit might have played his last game for the franchise.
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Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan To Be Dropped By Mumbai Indians?
“I think they will let Ishan Kishan go. They might use the ‘Right to Match’ card because 15.5 crores is just too much money. I don’t think Ishan will be retained,” the ex India cricketer said on his YouTube channel.
“I think Rohit Sharma has played his last match for the Mumbai Indians, whether he doesn’t want to be retained or the franchise lets him go. Either way, I see them parting ways. I don’t think you will be seeing Rohit Sharma in the Mumbai Indians jersey again. That’s just my understanding. I might be wrong but I feel, either which way, Rohit Sharma will not be playing for the Mumbai Indians when you start the next season,” he added.
Chopra also mentioned that Ishan Kishan might be released by the team due to his high price tag, though MI could use the ‘Right to Match’ card to retain him if necessary.
Rohit’s next assignment is to lead the Indian cricket team in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, with their opener against Ireland on June 5. Hardik’s inclusion in the squad was debated among experts, but the selectors showed confidence in him by appointing him as vice-captain.
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