The transfer by Mumbai Indians at hand over the workforce’s captaincy to Hardik Pandya from long-time skipper Rohit Sharma has the potential to trigger a couple of ripples of discontent not simply among the many workforce members but additionally among the many followers, who’re one of the vital passionate bunch within the Indian Premier League.
Nonetheless, Mumbai’s new captain Hardik has promised the workforce’s passionate fanbase that he’ll guarantee an exhilarating season.
The five-time champions Mumbai may have an eventful begin to IPL 2024 as they tackle Gujarat Titans of their IPL opener on March 24 on the Narendra Modi Stadium in a recreation that takes Hardik again to the fortress of the facet he led to 2 IPL finals and one title in two seasons on the helm.
Hardik Pandya in motion on the 18th version of D Y Patil T20 Cup 2024 on the DY Patil Stadium. (Reliance)
“Returning to Mumbai Indians seems like coming again to the place all of it started. I’m deeply grateful for the immense love and help from followers. It’s a blessing past phrases,” Hardik advised Star Sports activities. “From my journey as a younger lad in Baroda to Mumbai, this metropolis has taught me progress, instilling in me humility and resilience. Town’s love and teachings are invaluable to me, shaping me into the cricketer I’m at present. Mumbai all the time challenges you to be higher and now with the IPL, I’ve returned residence after two years.
“I search the identical backing from our followers to propel us in direction of victory. Relaxation assured, I’ll guarantee an exhilarating season that each supporter will relish. It’s a journey we’ll all take pleasure in collectively.”
Hardik was additionally requested to speak about his first season with Mumbai Indians in 2015.
“Coming from Baroda, it was a life-changing expertise for me after I keep in mind the 2015 IPL. That 12 months was pivotal in my profession. Representing Mumbai Indians amidst seasoned gamers was a turning level for me. Whenever you get an opportunity to play with such established gamers on such a giant platform, your life modifications. I used to be lucky sufficient that I used to be capable of contribute on a a lot bigger scale to the knockout video games. Bagging two ‘Man of the Match’ awards throughout essential knockout video games was surreal. It marked the start of a unprecedented journey for me, it’s a chapter I’ll all the time cherish,” he mentioned.