Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2024 campaign has been nothing short of tumultuous. Before the season even began, the franchise faced backlash over the controversial decision to replace long-standing captain Rohit Sharma with Hardik Pandya. The move didn’t sit well with fans, who voiced their discontent by booing Hardik in the initial matches. MI’s performance on the field mirrored the off-field drama, leading to their early exit from the playoffs race.
Just when it seemed the storm had passed, a video featuring Rohit Sharma and Kolkata Knight Riders‘ assistant coach Abhishek Nayar surfaced, hinting at lingering tensions within the Mumbai Indians camp.
Rohit Sharma’s viral video
In the video, Rohit can be heard saying, “Ek ek cheez change ho raha hai… Woh unke upar hai, main ye sab pe dhyaan nahi deta… Jo bhi hai woh mera ghar hai bhai, woh temple jo hai na maine banwaya hai.” These words, though not explicitly mentioning Mumbai Indians, strongly suggest his frustration with recent developments in the franchise.
Fans speculated further, claiming they heard Rohit concluding the chat with, “Bhai mera kya, mera toh last hai.” However, the audio is unclear, leaving room for interpretation.
Earlier reports indicated that senior players like Rohit, Jasprit Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav had voiced concerns about the team’s performance in a meeting with the management. Some players were also reportedly approached for individual discussions to strategize for future seasons.
With MI already out of the playoffs race, they face Kolkata Knight Riders next. KKR, on the other hand, is in a strong position and will aim to secure a two-point lead over the Rajasthan Royals with a win. Both KKR and RR are almost certain of playoff berths, making the upcoming match crucial for MI’s pride.
The season may be coming to a close for Mumbai Indians, but the questions surrounding the team’s leadership and future strategies remain unanswered. As Rohit Sharma’s words continue to echo, it seems the saga of Mumbai Indians’ turbulent season is far from over.
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