As the excitement builds for the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, former Team India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has sparked speculation about the possibility of Rohit Sharma playing alongside Virat Kohli for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Kaif believes that RCB should make every effort to secure Rohit as their captain, claiming that his leadership skills could finally end the franchise’s long-standing trophy drought.
The Case for Rohit Sharma at RCB
In light of the recent IPL Player Regulations announcement, which allows franchises to retain up to six players, Kaif has urged RCB to seize the opportunity to bring Rohit onboard. He emphasized that Rohit’s experience and tactical acumen would be invaluable for the team.
“RCB should take that chance, 100 percent. By hook or by crook, they must convince him to take up captaincy. Rohit knows very well how to form an XI, so RCB will have the advantage if he is picked,” Kaif stated.
Rohit was recently replaced as captain of the Mumbai Indians (MI) ahead of the 2024 season, with all-rounder Hardik Pandya taking over the reins. This change has led to speculation regarding Rohit’s future in the IPL.
Will Mumbai Indians Retain Rohit?
The pressing question now is whether MI will retain their five-time title-winning skipper or release him before the auction. Kaif’s advice comes at a crucial time, as RCB looks to strengthen its squad and leadership ahead of the new season.
Kohli has been a stalwart for RCB since the league’s inception in 2008 but has yet to lead the team to a championship victory. Despite his struggles as captain, he continues to excel as a batsman, having been the top scorer for RCB in the 2024 season.
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Rohit’s Leadership Qualities
Kaif highlighted Rohit’s exceptional ability to elevate players around him:
“Player unnees-bees hota hai. Yeh banda athharah ko bees kar deta hai,” he remarked, indicating that while a player may be average, Rohit has the talent to transform them into exceptional performers.
He further elaborated on Rohit’s understanding of tactical moves and his knack for fitting players into their ideal roles within the playing XI:
“He understands tactical moves very well. If RCB gets a chance, they should definitely take Rohit Sharma as captain.”
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