Hardik Pandya, the dynamic all-rounder, stepped into the captaincy role for the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL 2024 season with high hopes and expectations. However, his journey as a skipper has been anything but smooth. The cricketing world has been buzzing with opinions, and the verdict is clear: Pandya’s captaincy has been baffling and controversial. Among the ongoing boos and controversies, another name come up who decided to break his silence on the matter.
Ex-Mumbai Indian Star Breaks His Silence
Ambati Rayudu speaks out on Mumbai Indians' bowling struggles against Sunrisers Hyderabad 🗣️#AmbatiRayudu #SRHvsMI #IPL2024 #Sportskeeda pic.twitter.com/JKdBo8U4t2
— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) March 28, 2024
Ambati Rayudu who served Mumbai Indians as a Batsman between 2010 to 2017 recently raised fingers on Hardik Pandya’s captaincy.
The day was rough for every bowler as almost every batsman was on fire and a total of 34 sixes hited by them in 40 overs. Hardik Pandya scored 24 runs in 20 balls with a six and a four further igniting the scrutiny against him.
Former Head Coach of India supports the claim
Ravi Shastri on Hardik Pandya !#Cricket #RaviShastri #T20Cricket #IPL #IPL2024 pic.twitter.com/2Kc5IuExVO
— SportsIndiaShow (@SportsIndiaShow) March 28, 2024
Ravi Shastri who served as Indian head coach for four years Ravi Shastri, the former Indian head coach, has closely observed Hardik Pandya both in international cricket and during his stint with the Mumbai Indians in the IPL
he noted that he never saw leadership traits in Hardik Pandya. As per a tweet from Sportskeeda Ravi Shastri said, “Hardick Pandya played in ICT when I was the coach. he was never a leader. I have never seen leadership quality in Hardik Pandya ever”
Pandya’s leadership decisions have raised eyebrows. His tactical choices, team composition, and on-field strategies have left fans scratching their heads. All eyes will be on Hardik Pandya. Can he turn the tide? Will he silence the critics and lead MI to glory? Only time will tell.
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