When Rohit Sharma Revealed His Second-Favorite IPL Team To Captain In Candid Interview
Rohit Sharma has had great success with Mumbai Indians (Twitter)
In a fascinating revelation that has resurfaced amid the Indian Premier League's (IPL) latest buzz, Mumbai Indians' (MI) captain, Rohit Sharma, once shared his preference for another IPL team he would consider leading if not for MI.
Rohit Sharma hinted at a potential leadership role with Kolkata Knight Riders
This detail, revealed in an interview a few years back, gains new relevance as the league continues to evolve with player trades and shifting dynamics. Rohit, synonymous with Mumbai Indians since he took over the captaincy in 2013, has been a cornerstone of the franchise's success.
Under his leadership, MI clinched IPL titles in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020, creating a legacy of dominance in the league. However, interestingly, Rohit had chosen Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as his alternative team to lead if he were ever to switch allegiances because Eden Gardens is his favourite ground. The video of the same is going viral on social media amidst trade speculations.
The revelation came as a surprise to many, given Rohit's deep association with MI. His leadership skills along with his brilliance as an opening batsman, have been integral to MI's strategy and wins over the years. The context of this revelation has now become a topic of keen interest, especially with the ongoing developments in the IPL, including the potential return of Hardik Pandya to MI.
Hardik is currently with Gujarat Titans (GT), a team he led to an IPL title in 2022 and to the finals in 2023. His likely comeback to MI and his growing stature as a leader in T20 cricket, including captaining the Indian team in several matches post the T20 World Cup 2022 has added the leadership angle within the Mumbai franchise.
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