Mumbai Indians IPL 2025 squad may see some major changes. Well as it’s a mega auction, and many things are expected to shift, meaning we will witness a revamp of every team. But for MI, any changes are sure to attract attention, especially with growing speculation that former MI captain Rohit Sharma might leave the camp.
This rumor isn’t new, but recent developments are adding more weight to it. Reports suggest that DC and LSG are willing to invest heavily to acquire him, while SRH is also showing interest. With news that IPL franchises need to submit their retention lists before November 26, reports indicate that Rohit Sharma may not be retained, as he might choose to leave. What if MI decides to trade him? If they do, which players could Mumbai Indians trade Rohit Sharma for? Here are three top players MI could consider ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Players MI could trade Rohit Sharma for ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction
KL Rahul
The first name that comes to mind is LSG’s current captain, KL Rahul. If we turn to multiple reports, we find that there are many issues within the LSG camp. After LSG lost the match to SRH by 10 wickets in IPL 2024, LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka was seen having an animated discussion with KL Rahul. Following this, news updates indicated that KL may not be retained, and reports suggest that LSG is still seeking clarity on its retention policy.
Amid all this uncertainty, one possibility is that MI can get in touch with KL Rahul. Given that Rahul also needs clarity on his future, we may see an aggressive move, with him potentially joining MI and leading the team, especially since the Hardik Pandya-led side failed to impress.
Shreyas Iyer
Another big name that may receive a call from MI is Shreyas Iyer. A few days ago, rumors surfaced that Suryakumar Yadav had been approached by KKR, as the franchise was looking to trade Iyer, and the trade seemed possible. However, those rumors were later dismissed. Now, KKR and MI could engage in talks regarding a trade involving Iyer and Rohit Sharma. It is possible that Shreyas Iyer may get a call by the Mumbai Indians. Not to forget, Iyer was the captain under whom Kolkata Knight Riders won their IPL trophy last season.
Pat Cummins
Now, speaking about one more big name, IPL 2024 runners-up team captain Pat Cummins, who did a wonderful job for SRH, chances are he may get retained. However, we are hearing a lot of talk as it has come into the spotlight that SRH is in talks with MI to acquire Rohit Sharma, which means there could be something going on between these two franchises. If a trade happens, MI will look to get some big names, and in this context, Cummins is one of the big names we may see in MI colors in IPL 2025.
