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Abhishek Sharma Eyeing Exit from SRH? Captaincy Dreams Spark KKR Speculation
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News18•02-10-2026, 22:38
Abhishek Sharma Eyeing Exit from SRH? Captaincy Dreams Spark KKR Speculation
- •Intense speculation surrounds Abhishek Sharma's potential departure from Sunrisers Hyderabad before IPL 2027.
- •Reports suggest Sharma is unhappy with SRH for not being offered the captaincy despite his long association.
- •The decision to appoint Ishan Kishan as captain in Pat Cummins' absence reportedly fueled Sharma's dissatisfaction.
- •Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings, and Delhi Capitals are reportedly interested in signing Sharma.
- •SRH CEO K Shanmugam denies the reports, but internal sources suggest Sharma might still seek a new team.
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Abhishek Sharma is reportedly dissatisfied with Sunrisers Hyderabad because he was passed over for the team captaincy in favor of Ishan Kishan, despite his long-standing association with the franchise since 2019 and strong performances.
Sunrisers Hyderabad CEO K Shanmugam dismissed the reports of a rift and departure plans as completely baseless, stating there has been no dispute or discussion regarding Abhishek leaving the franchise.
Several franchises, including the Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans, and Punjab Kings, have reportedly initiated informal contact with Abhishek and the SRH authorities, while a move to the Delhi Capitals is also considered possible.
