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Will Rohit Sharma play as an Impact Player for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026? The debate around his role has sparked discussion among former cricketers.
The Impact Player rule allows teams to substitute a player during a match, often using a batter only for batting.
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra said Rohit Sharma should not sit in the dugout for 20 overs waiting only to bat.
Chopra believes if a player is fit enough, he should play the entire match instead of being used only as an Impact Player.
Harbhajan Singh said Rohit’s presence on the field can help captain Hardik Pandya during key moments in the match.
With IPL 2026 approaching, it remains to be seen whether Mumbai Indians will use Rohit Sharma as an Impact Player or keep him involved throughout the game.
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