What if Virat Kohli joins MI in IPL 2026?
For years, Indian fans have loved to watch Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli bat together for the national team. But the excitement will double up if the same happens in the Indian Premier League, but in the iconic blue and gold of the Mumbai Indians. If this ever happens, it would be one of the most iconic moves in IPL history, bringing two of India’s most celebrated modern-day greats under one franchise.
Kohli yet to renew his commercial contract with RCB
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s title drought finally came to an end in 2025 when they lifted their
maiden IPL title after 18 long years. Kohli, who had carried the dream since 2008, was visibly emotional as he lifted the trophy. However, ahead of the 2026 season, reports suggest that Diageo Great Britain, which owns RCB through United Spirits, has initiated the sale of the franchise at an estimated valuation of USD 2 billion. With new ownership talks and Kohli yet to renew his commercial contract with the team, speculations have intensified.
Virat Kohli to reunite with his India teammates
A team known for its winning and star-studded lineup, MI already consists of names like Rohit, Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, and Tilak Varma. Adding Kohli to that mix would create a dream team.
MI fans, much like Indian fans awaiting a Kohli-Rohit reunion in ODIs, would be thrilled to see the two legends share the same dressing room again. After years of facing off in IPL’s biggest rivalries, the thought of Kohli walking out with Rohit for Mumbai would be nothing short of a dream come true.
For over a decade, Kohli vs Bumrah has been one of the most thrilling battles in IPL history. Now, with them on the same team, it could lead to MI’s sixth IPL title. From a marketing and commercial standpoint, this hypothetical move would be monumental. Kohli-Rohit partnership under the MI banner would bring global attention and increase the team's brand value.
MI's brand value to reach soaring heights
Since the league’s inception in 2008, Kohli is the only player to play for a single franchise and score over 7,500 runs. After finally achieving the IPL trophy in 2025, moving to a franchise that has already won five titles could be brilliant for him.
