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Former India Star Issues ‘Hardik Pandya Warning’ After Reaction from Rohit Sharma’s Wife Sparks MI Captaincy Controversy

The decision by the Mumbai Indians to shake up their franchise leadership by appointing Hardik Pandya as captain in place of Rohit Sharma has ignited a storm of discussion on social media platforms. This move, which surprised many, has raised questions about the cohesion within the team.

Ritika Sajdeh, Rohit Sharma’s wife, expressed her concerns on social media, commenting, “so many things wrong with it,” prompting widespread speculation about the reasons behind the sudden change. Meanwhile, MI coach Mark Boucher attempted to clarify the decision, citing ‘cricketing reasons’ during a podcast appearance.

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra voiced his apprehensions about the impact of this leadership shift on team dynamics. In a video on his YouTube channel, Chopra questioned whether Hardik Pandya, who joined the Mumbai Indians from the Gujarat Titans in a high-profile trade, can effectively rally the players together.

Rohit Sharma, who led the Mumbai Indians to an impressive five IPL titles, now finds himself sidelined from the captaincy role in favor of Pandya. The unexpected nature of this transition has left many wondering about its implications for the team’s performance in the upcoming IPL 2024 season.

Also read: Ishan Kishan Skips Ranji Trophy, Trains with Hardik and Krunal Pandya: Report

As Hardik Pandya focuses on his recovery and training to regain full fitness, the Mumbai Indians face the challenge of maintaining their winning momentum amidst the backdrop of this leadership change.

Kavya Bhatt

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