'Mushkil hi nahin, naamumkin hai': Mumbai Indians shuts all speculation linking Rohit Sharma and Kolkata Knight Riders

MI break silence on rumours of Rohit Sharma joining KKR. (Photo: IPL)

Over​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ the last couple of weeks, the question of Rohit Sharma staying with the Mumbai Indians or not has been the main topic of discussion among the fans on social media. Everyone seemed quite excited about the possibility of the former India skipper teaming up with Abhishek Nayar, his long-time friend, at the Kolkata Knight Riders before IPL 2026. In any case, it looks like Mumbai Indians have reacted to the speculations with a slightly mysterious yet quite direct statement.

Not long ago, it was reported that Abhishek Nayar will be the new head coach of KKR after Chandrakant Pandit. The report turned out to be true as Nayar was officially announced the head coach of KKR on October 30. He has been heavily involved in the development of numerous Indian cricketers, among them Rohit Sharma, has always been recognized as the one who played a significant role in the opening batter’s comeback and stability. Considering their strong friendship as well as professional relationship and also the fact that KKR recently posted on social media, supporters immediately started imagining that Rohit might leave Mumbai and choose to join Kolkata.

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The talking continued as KKR took the opportunity to congratulate Rohit Sharma for becoming the World No.1 ODI batter.

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On Thursday, however, Mumbai Indians appeared to put the rumours to rest.

The franchise posted a message on X (formerly Twitter) that read: "Sun will rise tomorrow again ye toh confirm hai, but at (K)night… मुश्किल ही नहीं, नामुमकिन है!"

 ye toh confirm hai, but at (K)night… मुश्किल ही नहीं, नामुमकिन है!  pic.twitter.com/E5yH3abB4g

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) October 30, 2025