Hardik Pandya is getting ready for the IPL 2024 season by working out in the gym, practicing yoga, and playing street cricket with fans in Mumbai. The Mumbai Indians’ new captain has been having fun off the field since recovering from an ankle injury in October last year.
Hardik Pandya Plays Gully Cricket With Fans Ahead Of IPL 2024
Pandya was captured in a moment with a cricket bat in hand, standing alongside Jatin Sapru, who is a presenter and anchor for Star Sports. In the video, Hardik Pandya was seen playing gully cricket with the fans.
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Hardik Pandya playing cricket with fans in Mumbai. pic.twitter.com/1MaRG46ub3
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) February 24, 2024
After the unexpected announcement of Hardik Pandya replacing Rohit Sharma as MI’s captain, fans have expressed their displeasure towards both the franchise and the cricketer. Rohit, renowned as one of the most successful IPL captains with five titles, has a strong fan base. Pandya’s engagement in cricket with fans in Mumbai could be an attempt to win their affection and establish himself as a fan favorite.
Pandya’s leadership abilities will face the ultimate test when he leads the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024. With former captain Rohit and Jasprit Bumrah as his deputy, it will be intriguing to observe how he manages one of the most successful teams boasting a star-studded lineup. Having clinched the title in 2022 and reaching the final last year, the pressure on Pandya to succeed in his debut year as MI captain will be immense.
On Thursday, the BCCI released the schedule for the first 17 days of the IPL. Mumbai Indians will kick off their campaign against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on March 24, followed by a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 27. Their first home game will be against Rajasthan Royals on April 1, with another home fixture against Delhi Capitals scheduled for April 7.
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