India, Aug. 7 -- Just a month after deciding to move to Goa for the 2025-26 domestic season-a decision that reportedly left the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) "surprised"-Yashasvi Jaiswal made a U-turn. He had initially approached the MCA in April, seeking a no-objection certificate (NOC) to facilitate the switch, but soon requested to continue playing for Mumbai. The reversal, it turns out, was influenced by India ODI captain Rohit Sharma.

MCA president Ajinkya Naik, speaking to the Times of India, revealed that Rohit had personally advised Jaiswal to stay with Mumbai, reminding him of the platform the team had provided.

"Rohit asked Yashasvi to stay on in Mumbai at this stage of his career. He explained that there is a lot of pride ...