Former India captain Anil Kumble has raised the possibility of Mumbai Indians (MI) icon Rohit Sharma leaving the franchise after their dismal performance in the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Kumble believes that other teams may be eyeing Rohit as their captain for the upcoming season, especially with the mega auction on the horizon.
Kumble's comments come after MI finished at the bottom of the points table with just 10 points, marking their worst-ever performance in the IPL. The team's struggles were evident throughout the season, with key players like Rohit, Jasprit Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav failing to live up to expectations.
Analyzing MI's season, Kumble expressed concerns about the future of the trio. "Let's be fair. I'm sure there'd be a conversation, which is not going to be easy. Ideally, that conversation needs to happen after the World Cup. You don't know whether Rohit will remain with MI; I'm sure he would want to go out. Teams will look for captains too. Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav are leadership materials, too. Bumrah has captained India. Even if the franchises want to keep them, the ball remains with the players. It all depends on how they are going to go about," Kumble said on Jio Cinema.
Rohit's departure would be a significant blow to MI, who have relied heavily on his leadership and batting prowess over the years. The 36-year-old has led MI to five IPL titles, including back-to-back triumphs in 2019 and 2020. However, his form has dipped in recent seasons, and his captaincy has come under scrutiny.
With the mega auction approaching, several teams may be looking to acquire Rohit's services. He remains one of the most experienced and successful captains in the IPL, and his presence could boost any franchise's chances of success.
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