A recently leaked video from an IPL 2024 promotional shoot featuring the newly-appointed Mumbai Indians captain, Hardik Pandya, has created a buzz on social media.
In the video, Pandya can be seen expressing dissatisfaction with the food served during the shoot, specifically mentioning dhokla and jalebi. He vocalizes his concerns about the impact of such food on his fitness and insists on consulting his chef and nutritionist.
Despite attempts to persuade him otherwise, Pandya remains firm in his decision to adhere to his dietary preferences. The video’s reception on social media has been divisive, with some praising Pandya’s dedication to fitness, while others view it as a potential PR stunt ahead of the IPL.
Former MI player acknowledged the pressure Hardik Pandya would face in leading the team
In response to the leaked video, former India wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel weighed in on Hardik Pandya’s new role as the Mumbai Indians captain. Patel acknowledged the pressure Pandya would face in leading the team, considering it marks the end of Rohit Sharma’s iconic captaincy for the franchise. Speaking on the topic, Patel highlighted Pandya’s successful stint as captain with the Gujarat Titans, where he led the team to victory in the first year and experienced a nail-biting last-ball finish in the final the following year.
Patel expressed confidence in Mumbai Indians’ decision to appoint Pandya as captain, emphasizing the strategic thinking behind the move. He noted Pandya’s return to Mumbai, where his IPL journey began, and the expectations that come with leading a team like Mumbai Indians, for whom qualifying is not considered a success but winning championships is the ultimate goal.
Acknowledging the pressure on Pandya, Patel underlined the franchise’s long-standing desire for another IPL trophy, indicating that Pandya’s captaincy might be the catalyst needed for Mumbai Indians to reclaim the championship. The decision to bring Pandya on board as captain appears to be a calculated move by the franchise, looking towards the future and aiming for sustained success in the IPL.
As the anticipation builds for the upcoming IPL season, all eyes will be on Hardik Pandya as he steps into the leadership role for Mumbai Indians, navigating the high expectations and striving to lead the team to further glory in the prestigious tournament.
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