Mumbai Indians' star player, Suryakumar Yadav, took to Instagram to express his apparent disappointment, posting a 'heartbreak' emoji on his story. This comes just a day after the franchise announced Hardik Pandya as the new captain, replacing the five-time IPL-winning skipper, Rohit Sharma.
The unexpected captaincy change has left fans and players alike surprised, as Rohit Sharma had been an integral part of MI's success, leading the team to five IPL titles and one Champions Trophy. The decision to hand over the captaincy to Hardik Pandya, following his return to the franchise in an all-cash deal with Gujarat Titans, has generated mixed reactions among MI supporters.