IPL 2025: 5 Teams Who Could Target Rohit Sharma In The Mega Auction

Producer: Peuli Bakshi

Rohit Sharma

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Lucknow Super Giants

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Delhi Capitals

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Punjab Kings

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru

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Chennai Super Kings

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