Another exciting news regarding Rohit Sharma has emerged. He is now paying more focus on domestic cricket. If things go according to plan alright, then the former India captain can play in another domestic tournament for his state team team Mumbai.
Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma, who has retired from Test and T20 Internationals, is now focusing on domestic tournaments in addition to ODIs. He has already committed to the Vijay Hazare Trophy in the ODI format, and now he will also be seen playing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in the T20 format. According to a media report, the Hitman has expressed his desire to play in the knockout matches of the Mushtaq Ali Trophy to the Mumbai Cricket Association.
Rohit Sharma to play in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025 (SMAT 2025)?
According to media report, the Mumbai Cricket Association as saying, “Rohit has expressed his desire to play for Mumbai in the knockouts of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.” Rohit Sharma has taken this decision after retiring from T20 Internationals.
Rohit Sharma last played in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in the 2011-12 season. This marks the end of approximately 14-15 years for him.
Former captain Virat Kohli has also decided to play domestic cricket. He will play for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He has informed the DDCA of his availability. In the Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Mumbai won all four of their league stage matches in Lucknow. The team topped Elite Group A with 16 points and has qualified for the knockout stage.
Rohit Sharma is currently playing in the ODI series against South Africa. The third and final match of the series will be played on Saturday. This will make him available for Mumbai’s knockout matches, starting on December 12th. Mumbai’s knockout matches will be played in Indore from December 12th to December 18th.