There has been massive discussion among the cricket fraternity over the possible rift between Ravichandran Ashwin and Rohit Sharma amid the ongoing IPL 2026. Many people felt that Ravichandran Ashwin was ignoring the Mumbai Indians' (MI) and Rohit Sharma’s performance this season and focusing more on other matches, especially Virat Kohli and RCB.
Slowly, these rumors turned into a controversy, with many speculating that something is not right between the two former Indian cricket team teammates. Ashwin has now finally broken his silence on the social media storm when senior journalist Vimal Kumar asked about the same.
Key Points
- Ravichandran Ashwin denied rumours of a rift with Rohit Sharma
- Ashwin joked, “Thoda lafda hogya” while reacting to speculation
- Ashwin clarified he missed MI vs LSG due to commentary duties and travel
Ravichandran Ashwin-Rohit Sharma rift rumours denied
Ravichandran Ashwin has made it clear in a very simple way that there is no problem at all. He explained that people are just assuming things. He insisted that there is no fight with Rohit.
Notably, Ravichandran Ashwin said, “Yes, Thoda lafda ho gaya tha (there was a bit of a fight). Kya lafda hain. kuchh bhi bol rahe hain (What fight?) People are talking nonsense. I don't have a fight with anyone. Even if there is a fight, I won't keep it to myself. Please understand.”
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Actually, Rohit Sharma made a stunning comeback during the Mumbai Indians' 6-wicket win over the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their previous IPL 2026 clash at the Wankhede Stadium.
After recovering from the hamstring injury, Rohit played a remarkable knock of 84 runs off 44 balls to help MI chase down the 229-run target with eight balls to spare against LSG.
Ravichandran Ashwin-Rohit Sharma controversy ends
The former Indian off-spinner also shared what was actually happening behind the scenes. Ashwin had been busy with commentary work for a couple of days and was also traveling. Because of that, he was tired and needed some rest, and that’s why he could not cover that MI match.
Also, the former spinner further explained, “Please be a soft spot for me as well. I did commentary for two days. I traveled yesterday. Came and slept at night. I am telling you, don't get me wrong. Mumbai is at the bottom of the table.”
However, Ashwin hailed Rohit’s batting. He mentioned that Rohit played really well and some of his shots were top-class and felt like the kind of shot you could watch again and again.
Ravichandran Ashwin hails Rohit's Wankhede heroics
Meanwhile, the former Indian all-rounder further explained, “But I agree, Rohit Sharma played very well. He played very well. His six off Avesh Khan at the extra cover, everyone does one thing: put it in the loop and watch it a thousand times. I will also watch it. What a shot he played. And then against Siddharth, he hit a six from the front. It was very good. This is my praise for Rohit.”
Also, Ashwin pointed out that there is nothing to talk about regarding MI’s performance in the tournament. He signed off by saying, “But please keep your hand in your heart and say it. It was the bottom-of-the-table clash. Won't I be able to take a rest that day? There is no scene of LSG and MI in this tournament. I have taken a break. Please.”
