Hardik Pandya to Captain Mumbai Indians: Successor to 5-Time Title Winner Rohit Sharma, Former Gujarat Captain Takes the Helm
Hardik Pandya to Captain Mumbai Indians in the 2024 Season of the Indian Premier League
In a surprising turn of events, Hardik Pandya will take on the captaincy for the Mumbai Indians in the upcoming 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). This information was disclosed through a press release issued by the franchise.
While the franchise has not explicitly clarified Rohit Sharma’s role, it appears that Pandya will assume the leadership position for the Mumbai Indians. This announcement comes just 19 days after Pandya was traded to the Mumbai Indians from the Gujarat Titans in a significant trade deal worth INR 15 crores. The trade involved substantial negotiations between the two franchises, resulting in a record-breaking deal for Pandya.
The franchise, in its statement released on Friday, expressed its readiness for Pandya to take charge as the captain of the Mumbai Indians. Recognizing Pandya’s contributions as one of the most successful and beloved captains, the franchise looks forward to his leadership, marking a significant transition in the team’s dynamic for the upcoming season.
Gujarat Titans Become Champions for the First Time
After Rohit Sharma, the Mumbai Indians franchise has shown confidence in Hardik Pandya for the captaincy. Pandya led the Gujarat Titans to victory in their first season in 2022. The team emerged as champions in the 2022 season.
Pandya to be Mumbai’s 5th Regular Captain
Hardik Pandya will be Mumbai Indians’ 5th regular captain. Before him, Rohit Sharma, Ricky Ponting, Harbhajan Singh, and Sachin Tendulkar have all shouldered the responsibility of leading the team.
Among the Most Successful IPL Teams
Mumbai Indians stand among the most successful teams in the IPL, having won 5 titles so far. They share the record for the most IPL titles with Chennai Super Kings, making them the most successful franchises in the history of the Indian Premier League.
