Three Teams That Could Target Rohit Sharma as Captain in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

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Since the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, when Mumbai Indians made the surprising decision to remove Rohit Sharma from the captaincy and appoint Hardik Pandya as the new leader, reports of a rift between Rohit and the franchise have surfaced. As a five-time IPL title-winning captain, Rohit’s departure from the helm of Mumbai Indians was unexpected and has fueled speculation about his future with the team.

There are reports that Mumbai Indians are making every effort to convince Rohit to stay on for the 2025 season. However, at the same time, reports suggest that several other franchises are keen on bringing him on board as their captain for the upcoming season. 

Whether Rohit Sharma will stay with Mumbai Indians or enter the IPL 2025 mega auction remains uncertain. With the auction just around the corner, only time will tell. If Rohit does find himself in the auction pool, here are the top three teams likely to target him:

1. Lucknow Super Giants

Lucknow Super Giants, who made their IPL debut in 2022, have quickly established themselves as strong contenders by reaching the playoffs in back-to-back seasons. However, they failed to qualify in 2024 under KL Rahul’s leadership. Team owner Sanjiv Goenka is reportedly unhappy with Rahul’s performance as captain, making Rohit Sharma an attractive replacement. With his proven track record, Rohit could be the perfect fit to lead Lucknow to their first IPL title.

2. Delhi Capitals

Delhi Capitals are another team that has yet to secure an IPL trophy despite being part of the league since its inception. A key factor in their struggles has been the absence of a consistent, strong leader. By bringing in Rohit Sharma, a captain who has already won five IPL titles, Delhi could finally address this issue. If Rohit enters the 2025 auction, Delhi Capitals will likely make a strong push to acquire his services.

3. Punjab Kings

With Shikhar Dhawan recently announcing his retirement from international cricket, Punjab Kings may be looking for a new captain. Rohit Sharma, with his vast experience and success as a captain, could be the ideal candidate to lead Punjab Kings into the future. 

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