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Kaif Challenges Rohit Sharma To Deliver 600-Run IPL Season After Fitness Overhaul

Mumbai Indians deny trade rumours, confirming he remains with the franchise next season.

Overview

  • On his YouTube channel, Mohammad Kaif said Rohit Sharma must clear the 500–600 run threshold in the next IPL and contrasted his tallies with Virat Kohli’s prolific seasons.
  • Rohit has never logged a 600-plus IPL season, with a career-best 538 runs in 2013 and 418 runs at a 149.29 strike rate in 2025.
  • Kaif cited Rohit’s recent weight loss and sharper fitness as reasons to expect a heavier scoring campaign.
  • Calling Jasprit Bumrah the backbone of Mumbai Indians, Kaif said the team’s fortunes hinge on his availability after MI struggled early in 2025 before improving when he returned.
  • Mumbai Indians have publicly dismissed speculation of a Rohit trade, stating he will continue with the franchise for another year.