Rohit Sharma will not be moved to the Kolkata Knight Riders prior to the 2026 Indian Premier League, the Mumbai Indians have announced on social media. Before the 19th tournament, there were rumors that suggested a possible trade between the Mumbai Indians and KKR, particularly after Abhishek Nayar was named head coach of the three-time champions.
With a clever, cinematic-inspired caption on its social media channels, MI put an end to the rumors. Their main point was that Rohit Sharma joining KKR would not happen at any cost. A lot of talk has been generated among ardent MI supporters as a result of their post.
𝗦𝘂𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻 ye toh confirm hai, but at (K)night… मुश्किल ही नहीं, नामुमकिन है! 💙 pic.twitter.com/E5yH3abB4g
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) October 30, 2025
The long-standing friendship between Rohit Sharma and Nayar is not surprising.
Cricket has already been a topic of discussion among the Mumbai colleagues. Nayar and Rohit Sharma recently worked together to improve his fitness in preparation for his return to international competition following a multi-month break.
Rohit Sharma has been with MI since the prestigious T20 league’s 2011 season. Following his appointment as full-time captain, he has been a key member of the team that has won five titles and amassed a ton of runs in practically every season. Before the 2024 season began, Rohit was relieved of his duties. Indian colleague Hardik Pandya was handed the reins.
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