As the IPL 2025 mega auction approaches, all eyes are on the high-stakes retention decisions of the Mumbai Indians (MI)and none more fascinating than the fate of its longtime superstar. Rohit Sharma.

Last season, Mumbai Indians (MI) handed over the reins of captaincy to Hardik Pandya, forcing their five-time title-winning skipper Rohit to relinquish his leadership role.

Harbhajan Singh praises Rohit Sharma as a quality player and captain

Now, one question is doing the rounds among fans and cricket experts – whether Mumbai Indians (MI) retain their legendary opener and former captain, or whether he would head to the IPL 2025 mega auction pool.

Now, Harbhajan Singh shared his views on the debate. The former India and Mumbai Indians (MI) spinner said that if the franchise decides not to retain Rohit Sharma, it could trigger one of the most intense bidding wars in IPL history.

The Indian captain, known for his explosive batting as an opener and with a proven track record as a pacer, still has a lot of cricket left in him even at the age of 37, the former IPL winner said..

Harbhajan emphasized that Rohit’s huge experience and match-winning abilities will compound offers from franchises if he is available in the coming years. IPL 2025 mega auction.

If Rohit Sharma participates in IPL 2025 mega auction, he will make a lot of money: Harbhajan Singh

However, with Hardik Pandya now at the helm and MI considering a future-focused strategy, MI may have to make a tough decision. Harbhajan said if MI let their former captain go, then the upcoming mega auction would be a dramatic affair and the focus would be on who can claim the prized asset.

Harbhajan Singh was quoted by the Times of India on the sidelines of an event in Delhi: “It will be interesting to see if he will be retained or not. If he enters the auction, it will be fascinating to see which team bids for him. I’m sure a lot of teams must be thinking along those lines.”

He further noted, “Rohit Sharma, as a leader and player, is incredible, he is a high-quality player, a high-quality captain and a leader. He is a proven winner. Even at 37, he still has plenty of cricket left in him. If Rohit enters the auction, he will get a lot of money. “It will be exciting to see how the auction develops.”

Rohit Sharma toh yaaro ka yaar hai: Harbhajan Singh

Rohit is a fan favorite both on and off the field, and his bond with his teammates and outsized presence in the IPL make him irreplaceable in the hearts of many. Harbhajan, who played with Rohit in the IPL for MI, has described the first Indian match as his “yaaro ka yaar”.

The former Indian spinner said that Rohit respects his elders and is happy to have won the T20 World Cup 2024 as captain. Harbhajan signed off saying, “Rohit toh yaaro ka yaar hai. Apna bhai hai. I am happy that India won the World Cup with him. It’s always great to see him smile. “He respects his elders and that is one of his best qualities.”