Rohit - Friday, Apr 04, 2025Mumbai Indians' star batter Rohit Sharma has found himself in the middle of a fresh controversy after a private conversation with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) mentor Zaheer Khan was caught on camera and quickly went viral. The leaked chat, which surfaced ahead of the IPL 2025 clash between MI and LSG at the Ekana Stadium, left fans divided, with many questioning Rohit's commitment to the franchise.
During an Instagram video shared by MI, which was meant to showcase Rohit’s camaraderie with LSG captain Rishabh Pant, fans noticed a brief exchange between Rohit and Zaheer Khan. In the clip, Rohit can be heard saying:
"Jo jab karna tha, maine kiya barabar se, ab mereko kuch karne ki zarurat nahi hai" (Whatever had to be done, I did it properly. Now I don’t need to do anything.)
This remark sparked a frenzy among fans, with some interpreting it as a sign that Rohit is no longer interested in performing for MI. Others defended the veteran batter, suggesting the statement may have been taken out of context.
Social media erupted with mixed reactions. Many speculated that Rohit's words reflected his discontent with MI, especially after he was replaced as captain by Hardik Pandya ahead of IPL 2024. Some fans pointed to his underwhelming form in IPL 2025—scoring just 0, 8, and 13 in the first three matches—as further evidence of his alleged lack of motivation.
However, there is no concrete proof that Rohit is disengaged or intentionally underperforming. Theories surrounding his dissatisfaction with MI remain purely speculative.
Mumbai Indians have had a shaky start to their IPL 2025 campaign, losing two out of their first three matches. Rohit's individual performances have also been below par, with the star batter failing to provide solid starts at the top of the order.
MI’s losses came against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT), before they finally secured a victory against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). As they gear up to face LSG, all eyes will be on Rohit to see if he can turn his form around and silence critics.
While Rohit Sharma was retained by Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2025, there have been lingering rumors about his dissatisfaction with the franchise after being removed from captaincy. Despite this, he remains an integral part of MI’s setup, and the franchise will be counting on him to step up as the season progresses.
Whether the viral chat holds any deeper meaning or was simply a casual remark remains up for debate. One thing is certain—Rohit Sharma’s performance in the upcoming matches will determine whether these speculations hold any weight or are simply blown out of proportion.
Mumbai Indians will take on LSG in their next fixture, and the focus will be on Rohit to make a statement with the bat. If he delivers, it could put an end to the controversy. If not, the scrutiny around him will only intensify.
