Ashwin predicts coaching future for Rohit Sharma at Mumbai Indians
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 10:03 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Ravichandran Ashwin has suggested that Rohit Sharma could transition into a coaching role with the Mumbai Indians after concluding his playing career. He emphasized Rohit's tactical skills as valuable for the franchise's future, highlighting the increasing trend of former players taking on mentorship positions in franchise cricket. Ashwin believes that while Virat Kohli may take a longer break before considering coaching, Sharma’s experience should be absorbed by the team immediately upon retirement. This potential transition reflects broader changes in cricket, with franchises creating more specialized roles for retired athletes.
- •Ashwin sees Rohit coaching Mumbai Indians after retirement.
- •Kohli may prefer a break from cricket before coaching.
- •Rohit has won five IPL titles and led India to a World Cup.
- •Franchise cricket is creating specialized roles for retired players.
- •Ashwin believes successful cricketers should remain involved in the sport.
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Rohit Sharma to coach Mumbai Indians? Ashwin makes bold prediction
"Ravichandran Ashwin believes Rohit Sharma could join the Mumbai Indians franchise after his playing career concludes. He suggests Virat Kohli might prefer a break from cricket before considering coaching roles. The former spinner sees growing franchise cricket creating specialist positions for retired players. Roles like mentor and director of cricket will become increasingly common for successful cricketers. Ashwin feels Rohit's tactical acumen makes him invaluable for Mumbai Indians post-retir
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