Speculation surrounding Mumbai Indians’ captaincy has intensified after Rohit Sharma was spotted alongside franchise owner Nita Ambani during an MI London match in The Hundred on Tuesday.
Mumbai Indians endured a disappointing IPL 2026 campaign, with reports emerging even before the season ended that current captain Hardik Pandya could be traded. The all-rounder has been on the radar of several teams, including Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals, they reportedly had some interest in signing him.
With Hardik departing the franchise, the Mumbai Indians franchise will need another captain, while the latest performance by Rohit has reignited interest among fans.
Rohit was seen cheering the goalless draw for the MI London at The Oval with Nita Ambani. The two sparks immediate conversation around Mumbai Indians at the helm of the team, and that the experienced opener might once again be looked into for the Delhi-based club’s captaincy.
The five-time IPL-winning captain stepped down ahead of the 2024 season when Hardik Pandya was appointed skipper, a decision that generated significant debate among fans.
Rohit has not yet left London following India’s ODI series against England, which has added fuel to the captaincy fire again at the MI London matchup.
A meeting to discuss the future of the franchise has opened up the debate about Hardik Pandya’s departure and Rohit’s likely appointment at the helm for the upcoming IPL season, though no formal statement was made by either the Mumbai Indians or the Ambani family.