'Go to a franchise that treats you better': Ex-MI star speaks out on Rohit Sharma's ill-treatment

recent decision by Mumbai Indians (MI) to replace Rohit Sharma as captain ahead of IPL 2024 season has stirred a whirlwind of emotions within cricketing community. Former MI player Ambati Rayudu has w weighed in on controversy, predicting that Rohit Sharma will likely move to a franchise that offers him better treatment.

In a recent interview on Star Sports, Rayudu commented, "It is Rohit's call at end of day. Wherever he would want to go, he can go and all teams would love to have him, have him as a captain for sure. So, I think it's Rohit's call and I am sure he will go to a franchise that treats him better than what has happened here."

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What transpired with Rohit Sharma?

decision to replace Rohit Sharma, a five-time IPL winning captain with MI, with former player Hardik Pandya has been met with widespread criticism. move, which reportedly came about following a backdoor deal with Gujarat Titans, has left many fans and experts questioning transparency and fairness of decision-making process within franchise.

What has added fuel to fire is manner in which Rohit Sharma's captaincy was seemingly ended without a proper sendoff. Unlike or high-profile captaincy changes in past, press conference was held to anunce Rohit's decision to step down as MI's captain, furr intensifying controversy.

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Hardik Pandya, who has been thrust into captaincy role amidst this storm, has also faced criticism for his involvement in situation and how entire episode has been mand by Mumbai Indians.

situation has led to speculation about Rohit Sharma's future in IPL, with many wondering if he will seek a move to a franchise that values and respects his contributions to game. Ambati Rayudu's comments seem to echo se sentiments, suggesting that Rohit may indeed opt to join a team that treats him with respect and appreciation he deserves.

With mega auction on horizon and several franchises likely to be interested in acquiring Rohit Sharma's services, coming months promise to be filled with intrigue and speculation as one of IPL's most successful captains contemplates his future in league.