In the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, being co-hosted by the West Indies and the United States, the Indian cricket team, with Rohit Sharma as its captain, is gearing up to take on Afghanistan on June 20 in the Superhit stage. Amidst the excitement of this high-stakes tournament, there is significant buzz surrounding Rohit Sharma's future in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Reports from various media outlets suggest that Rohit Sharma, who previously played for the Mumbai Indians in the 2024 season, will not be donning the Mumbai jersey in the 2025 season. This decision follows Rohit's removal from the captaincy of the Mumbai Indians before the 2024 season, a move that is said to have left him disappointed. Consequently, Rohit has apparently made the decision to part ways with the Mumbai Indians, although an official confirmation is still pending.
Rohit Sharma, a celebrated figure in the history of the IPL, has steered the Mumbai Indians to five championship victories since taking on the role of captain since 2013-2023. Despite his exceptional leadership and stellar performances, the decision to strip him of the captaincy raised questions about his future with the team.
In an unexpected twist, it seems that Rohit Sharma is likely to be donning the colors of the Punjab Kings in the 18th season of the IPL in 2025. The owner of the Punjab Kings, Preity Zinta, has made headlines by expressing her unwavering determination to secure Rohit Sharma for her team, stating her willingness to spare no expense. It is anticipated that Rohit Sharma will join the Punjab Kings' roster for a salary of Rs 16 crore, mirroring his previous IPL earnings.