Hardik Pandya Mumbai Indians captain in IPL 2024: In a surprise move, Mumbai Indians (MI) have handed the captaincy reins to the dynamic Hardik Pandya for the upcoming IPL 2024 season, marking an end to Rohit Sharma‘s illustrious 10-year reign at the helm. This change is a new chapter for the franchise, with Pandya. Hardik’s success with Gujarat Titans was entrusted to usher in a potential era of dominance.
Hardik Pandya Mumbai Indians captain in IPL 2024: Change of guard
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Change of guard:
- Hardik Pandya is appointed as the captain of Mumbai Indians (MI) for IPL 2024.
- Rohit Sharma, captain for 10 years, steps down.
Hardik’s credentials:
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- Led Gujarat Titans to the IPL title in 2022 and runner-up in 2023.
- Unofficial T20I captain for India.
- 1476 runs and 42 wickets for MI in his IPL career.
Rohit’s legacy:
- Most wins by any captain in IPL (2013-2023): 87 wins in 158 matches.
- Most wins in IPL playoff games as captain: 10 wins in 13 matches.
- Led MI to five IPL titles.
- Fourth-highest run scorer in IPL history (6211 runs).
Rohit’s future:
- Role with MI remains crucial, providing guidance and experience.
- T20 participation for MI and India under scrutiny.
- Performance in the last two IPL seasons raises questions about effectiveness.
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Statistics and Achievements Rohit Sharma and Hardik Tadav
Player | Rohit Sharma | Hardik Pandya |
Captaincy Tenure | 2013-2023 (10 years) | New Captain for IPL 2024 |
IPL Titles | 5 titles under Rohit’s captaincy (2013-2020) | Led Gujarat Titans to IPL crown in 2022 |
Individual Stats | 6211 runs (4th highest in IPL history), 3986 as captain, 25 fifties | 1476 runs, 42 wickets for Mumbai Indians |
Success as Captain | 87 wins in 158 IPL matches (most by any captain from 2013 to 2023) | Exceptional leadership with MI’s consistent success in IPL |
Performance in IPL 2023 | 332 runs from 16 innings; No half-century in the last two IPL editions | Successful stint with Gujarat Titans (IPL 2022 winner, IPL 2023 runner-up) |
Gratitude Expressed | Mahela Jayawardene thanked Rohit for exceptional leadership and success | Acknowledgment of Rohit’s leadership, gratitude expressed for his guidance and experience |
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