Rohit Sharma to be backed as captain by MI [Source: AFP]In a major development, Rohit Sharma is likely to be reinstated as the captain of Mumbai Indians ahead of the IPL 2027 season. Rohit Sharma needs no introduction as he built a legacy for MI by winning them 5 titles as captain. However, in an unprecedented move, he was replaced as skipper overnight when Hardik Pandya was traded from Gujarat Titans to Mumbai Indians in 2024.Mumbai Indian's to turn back to Rohit Sharma for captaincy role ahead of IPL 2027Having said that, the move didn’t turn out to be positive for Mumbai Indians. While fans publicly expressed their outrage, MI players also reportedly revolted inside the dressing room.Hence, after three difficult seasons, Mumbai have decided to bring in a change. According to journalist Rahul Rawat of SportsTak, MI is set to appoint Rohit Sharma as captain for the IPL 2027 season.ALSO READRohit Sharma Reacts To KKR Trade From MI After Live ApproachHardik Pandya, who is reportedly in talks with other franchises for a possible trade, is likely to be removed as captain. Moreover, other candidates like Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav have reportedly been overlooked as well.Apparently, Mumbai Indians' top brass still believe in Rohit Sharma to lead as captain even at the age of 39. Hence, for IPL 2027, Hardik might pass the leadership baton back to Rohit Sharma, according to the latest report from SportsTak.Rahul Rawat @rawatrahul9 Looks like Mumbai Indians are most likely to go back to Rohit Sharma as their captain for the next IPL season. Let’s see how it plays out. What... What will happen to Hardik Pandya?Earlier, reports claimed that Hardik Pandya had conveyed his decision to quit Mumbai Indians to the franchise after the IPL 2026 season. Hence, the team had approached multiple franchises for a trade deal.However, according to Cricblogger, all trade talks have been stalled due to the franchises’ unwillingness to part ways with their star players. KKR, CSK, LSG and DC have all reportedly denied MI’s trade request.Under such circumstances, it’s possible that Hardik Pandya also ends up staying at Mumbai Indians for the IPL 2027. But he may no longer continue as captain because Rohit Sharma is likely to reclaim his throne.ALSO READTemba Bavuma's Captaincy Undefeated Streak Ends As Australia Crush South Africa
