Rohit Sharma affirms loyalty to Mumbai Indians amid KKR's interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 1:25 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
During a promotional segment for his new show, Rohit Sharma responded to Kolkata Knight Riders coach Abhishek Nayar’s teasing by affirming his commitment to the Mumbai Indians with a simple, "Forever." The exchange took place as Nayar made jabs about Sharma's choice of yellow attire, humorously suggesting a potential switch to the Chennai Super Kings. This incident occurs as Sharma prepares for his hosting debut and as questions about his cricket future persist. Compounding the situation, the Mumbai Indians, led by Hardik Pandya, have had a turbulent season, finishing ninth in IPL 2026, which has led to speculation about Pandya's future with the franchise.
- •Rohit Sharma responds to KKR coach's joke about switching teams.
- •He reassures MI fans with single-word reply: 'Forever.'
- •Sharma's new show premieres on September 19.
- •Mumbai Indians finished ninth in IPL 2026.
- •Hardik Pandya's position at MI has become uncertain.
- 1:25 PMYahoo Sports — KKR coach tries to woo Rohit Sharma to Kolkata but veteran batter’s response wins MI hearts
"Rohit Sharma has remained the beating heart of the Mumbai Indians for the last 15 years, but a KKR coach recently tried to woo him for CSK's yellow army.
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