Rohit Sharma, the former Mumbai Indians (MI) captain and
senior Indian cricketer, has once again landed in the middle of a social media
storm. A six-second video clip shared by the Mumbai Indians’ official social
media account ahead of their IPL 2025 match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
has triggered a fresh wave of controversy, reigniting fan concerns about the
internal dynamics within the MI camp.
The Viral Clip: What Did Rohit Say?
The video was seemingly meant to highlight a light-hearted
moment between Rohit Sharma and LSG skipper Rishabh Pant, with the two seen
sharing a hug and a brief chat. However, eagle-eyed fans caught the very
beginning of the clip, where Rohit was seen speaking to Zaheer Khan — now the
mentor of the LSG team and a former MI support staff member.
Rohit’s words — “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) — were enough to fuel speculation
and worry among MI fans, who fear something may be brewing behind the scenes.
Fans React: Déjà Vu of IPL 2024?
The latest incident has brought back memories of a similar
situation during IPL 2024, when Rohit was caught on camera in a candid chat
with former teammate and then-KKR assistant coach Abhishek Nayar. That video,
too, caused a stir as fans speculated that Rohit was expressing discontent
about the state of affairs at MI. At the time, KKR took the clip down, and
their CEO Venky Mysore later clarified that the discussion was taken out of
context.
This time, though, it’s MI themselves who posted the clip —
unintentionally sparking controversy. Some fans commented that Rohit had been
“exposed again,” while others questioned the timing and purpose of such
statements.
A Deeper Rift in the MI Camp?
Rohit Sharma was replaced as MI captain by Hardik Pandya
before the start of IPL 2025, a decision that didn’t go down well with many
fans. Ever since, Rohit has maintained a dignified silence publicly, but fans
have remained curious about his actual stance behind the scenes.
His words in the recent clip — particularly the tone of
finality in “ab mereko kuch karne ki zarurat nahi hai” — are being interpreted
as a sign of detachment or resignation. Whether it’s in reference to MI’s
management decisions or his own career trajectory, the comment has added fuel
to ongoing speculation about discontent within the MI setup.
Zaheer Khan’s Role and the Context
Zaheer Khan, who once served as Director of Cricket
Operations for MI, is now aligned with the Lucknow Super Giants. His presence
in the conversation adds another layer to the narrative, with fans reading
between the lines, wondering whether the chat involved a discussion about MI’s
internal affairs or personal reflections from Rohit.
As of now, neither Rohit nor Zaheer has commented on the
video, and no official statement has been made by MI management.
Conclusion
While it’s possible that Rohit’s words were casual and taken
out of context — as was the case last year — the timing of the video, just
ahead of a crucial match, has left fans unsettled. In the world of IPL, where
high emotions and fierce loyalty run deep, even a passing comment can spark
waves of speculation.
For now, the focus returns to the field, where MI will be
hoping to rise above the noise and deliver a performance worthy of their
legacy. As for Rohit Sharma, fans will be watching both his bat and his body
language closely in the coming days.