“Our Eternally Captain…” – Mumbai Indians’ Heartfelt Message For Rohit Sharma After Hardik Pandya’s Appointment As Captain

5-time champions Mumbai Indians posted an emotional message for Rohit Sharma after his stint as a captain got here to an finish within the Indian Premier League (IPL). They recalled all of the constructive classes that he taught and expressed their gratitude in the direction of him. 

Rohit Sharma’s 10-year-long stint because the captain of the Mumbai Indians (MI) got here to an finish after the franchise named Hardik Pandya as captain of the group on Friday (fifteenth December). This marked the tip of an period as no matter franchise is at this time, it’s due to Rohit. 

A younger boy took cost of the group in 2013 after which modified the dynamics of the Mumbai Indians. Taking the baton from Ricky Ponting halfway in 2013, he guided the group to the IPL trophy within the very first yr after which didn’t look again as he made the group most profitable within the event. 

Rohit Sharma took the group to title victories in 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020 and aside from that additionally gained one Champions League title as nicely. His legacy as captain within the event shall be unmatched as he was the primary chief to win 5 titles and he did that in simply 10 years. 

Mumbai Indians posted a heartfelt video for Rohit Sharma, highlighted his recollections, and talked about how within the highs and lows the captain requested them to smile. They added that he could be their captain eternally. 

“Ro, In 2013 you took over as captain of MI. You requested us to Imagine. In victories & defeats, you requested us to Smile. 10 years & 6 trophies later, right here we’re. Our eternally captain your legacy shall be etched in Blue & Gold. Thanks, Captain RO.” 

Ro,
In 2013 you took over as captain of MI. You requested us to 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞. In victories & defeats, you requested us to 𝘚𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘦. 10 years & 6 trophies later, right here we’re. Our 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧, your legacy shall be etched in Blue & Gold. Thanks, 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐎💙 pic.twitter.com/KDIPCkIVop

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) December 15, 2023

We categorical our gratitude to Rohit Sharma for his distinctive management – Mahela Jayawardena 

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardena spoke in regards to the growth, saying that they categorical their gratitude in the direction of Rohit Sharma for his distinctive management. Whereas highlighting Rohit’s success, he acknowledged: 

“We categorical our gratitude to Rohit Sharma for his distinctive management; his tenure because the captain of the Mumbai Indians since 2013 has been nothing wanting extraordinary. His management has not solely introduced unparalleled success to the group however has additionally solidified his place as one of many most interesting captains within the historical past of the IPL. Below his steering, MI turned one of the vital profitable and beloved groups ever. We’ll look ahead to his steering and expertise on and off the sphere to additional strengthen MI.” 

Hardik Pandya made his debut within the IPL for Mumbai Indians and performed for 7 lengthy seasons for them. After that, he moved to Gujarat Titans and gained the title. He was not too long ago traded to Mumbai Indians for INR 15 crore.