Mumbai Indians co-owner Akash Ambani seemingly addressed Rohit Sharma's future at the IPL franchise during Tuesday's auction in Dubai.
Rohit was recently replaced as the club captain by the incoming Hardik Pandya. There have been rumours brewing of Rohit Sharma leaving Mumbai Indians in the trading window.
Prdictably, there has been a tussle among the fans over the decision. The fans have expressed their agony in the comments section of posts over all social media platform.
Akash Ambani, the co-owner of Mumbai Indians, and Mahela Jayawardena, the Head of Global Operations of the Mumbai Indians were both present in Dubai for the IPL auction when a young fan put forward Rohit's future to them in an innocent question.
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What did Akash Ambani say about Rohit Sharma's future at Mumbai Indians?
This was the first time that the fans were given the opportunity to witness the IPL Auctions live from the venue. Taking its benefit to the fullest, a young Mumbai Indians fan did not hold back emotions regarding Rohit Sharma. It is reported that a fan shouted at the top of their voice, asking about Rohit Sharma's situation, and wanting him back at the helm for Mumbai Indians.
Being present at the venue, Akash Ambani was ever-so-calm in handling the situation. Ambani Jr. responded that Sharma will bat, and there is no need for the fans to worry about his role within the team.
Do not worry, he will bat, Akash Ambani responded to a fan at the IPL 2024 mini auction
Mumbai Indians का एक युवा प्रशंसक नीलामी ब्रेक के दौरान चिल्लाया, 'रोहित शर्मा को वापस लाओ' और आकाश अंबानी ने शांत भाव से जवाब दिया, 'चिंता मत करो, वो बैटिंग करेगा'
— रोहित जुगलान Rohit Juglan (@rohitjuglan) December 19, 2023
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What did Mahela Jayawardena say about Rohit Sharma's future at Mumbai Indians?
Mahela Jayawardena, MI's Head of Global Operations shed some light upon Rohit's role within the MI squad. The former Sri Lanka skipper was confident about Rohit's role and leadership status within the squad. He said that Rohit would guide the next generation, on and off the field. Jayawardena called Rohit a fabulous individual and a fabulous leader.
We respect Fans emotions, Having Rohit in the team on and off the field to guide the next generation is very important for us. He is a fabulous individual, a fabulous leader. I am sure that he will be part of that legacy who will guide that through, Jayawardena spoke at the IPL 2024 mini auction.
Mahela Jayawardene said "We respect Fans emotions, Having Rohit in the team on and off the field to guide the next generation is very important for us. He is a fabulous individual, a fabulous leader. I am sure that he will be part of that legacy who will guide that through". pic.twitter.com/biKoVqWZ2O
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) December 19, 2023
Which players did MI buy at the mini auction?
The Mumbai Indians had their task cut out ahead of the IPL 2024 mini auction. The MI think tank has done its job remarkably well.
The five-time champions acquired the services of some notable names like Gerald Coetzee, Nuwan Thushara, Dilshan Madushanka, Shreyas Gopal, and Mohammad Nabi. The franchise has also invested in young Indian talent, something they are well-known to have their faith in.
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