The Mumbai Indians‘ decision to replace Rohit Sharma as captain with Hardik Pandya ahead of IPL 2024 has sparked controversy, with former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu joining the debate. Rayudu expressed his views on the matter, suggesting that Mumbai Indians’ move was disrespectful to Rohit Sharma.
Rayudu criticized the Mumbai Indians’ management for what he perceived as a hasty decision. He believes that the franchise should have handled the situation more carefully. Additionally, Rayudu commented on Ishan Kishan’s exclusion from the BCCI central contract list after not playing in the Ranji Trophy.
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Rayudu said “I want Rohit Sharma to play for CSK in 2025, if MS retires then Rohit can lead as well”.
Rayudu’s remarks add to the ongoing discussion surrounding Mumbai Indians’ leadership change. The decision to replace Rohit Sharma, a seasoned captain and IPL-winning skipper, with Hardik Pandya, who has limited experience in leadership roles, has divided opinions among fans and experts.
The IPL 2024 season promises to be an exciting one, not only on the field but also off it, with the Mumbai Indians’ captaincy issue adding an extra layer of intrigue to the tournament.
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