CSK reacts to reports of approaching MI for trading Rohit. “We don’t trade players as a principle and we also don’t have players to trade with Mumbai Indians. ” Stated Kasi Viswanathan, president of Mumbai Indians.
After acquiring the all-rounder in a high-profile transaction, Mumbai Indians (MI) have selected Hardik Pandya as their new captain ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 edition. Many have criticized the franchise for dismissing Rohit Sharma, who has held the position since 2013.
There were rumors that the CSK had also approached Mumbai about trading Rohit. According to recent rumors, Kasi Viswanathan, the CEO of CSK, has denied such negotiations with the five-time IPL champions.
“We don’t trade players as a rule, and we don’t have any players to trade with the Mumbai Indians. ” We have not approach them and have no plans to do so. ” Viswanathan said on the sidelines of the IPL 2024 auction in Dubai.
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Mark Boucher refutes internal discord within Mumbai Indians
Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher has denied allegations of internal strife among the club. Notably, after Hardik Pandya name captain. MI players Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah posted some mysterious messages on their social media profiles. Boucher remark that while not everyone is satisfied with the team’s choice, it is simply a ‘transition. ‘ He also praise Rohit’s performance as the team’s leader thus far in the competition. In addition, the 36-year-old batsman, who is MI’s highest run-scorer, has also led the franchise to five IPL titles.
“It’s a cricket match.” Mumbai Indians advance. Rohit has been outstanding for us. He’s been a stalwart for the Mumbai Indians and has performed admirably. This is just a decision taken by us to move on and enter a transition phase with the new captain. It’s, you know, set aside all the motions and stuff like that. “That’s all there is to it. ” The coach explain.
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