Hardik Pandya replaces hugely successful Rohit Sharma as Mumbai Indians captain
The Hindu
Mumbai Indians appoint Hardik Pandya as captain in place of Rohit Sharma, thanking him for his exemplary service and success. Hardik led Gujarat Titans to title and runners-up finish in past two seasons.
Hardik Pandya was on December 15 named Mumbai Indians captain in place of a highly-successful Rohit Sharma, who led the IPL giants to five trophies.
The announcement from Mumbai Indians comes after Hardik made a return to the franchise last month, following a high-profile trade from Gujarat Titans, whom he led in the past two seasons.
In a statement, Mumbai Indians said the change in leadership was part of their future planning and thanked Rohit for his exemplary service to the franchise.
Mumbai Indians are the most successful IPL franchise alongside Chennai Super Kings who both have won five titles each.
Commenting on Hardik's appointment, Mahela Jayawardene, Global Head of Performance, Mumbai Indians said: “It is part of legacy building and staying true to the MI philosophy of being future-ready.
"Mumbai Indians have always been blessed with exceptional leadership right from Sachin to Harbhajan and Ricky to Rohit, who while contributing to the immediate success have always had an eye on strengthening the team for the future.
"It is in keeping with this philosophy that Hardik Pandya will assume captaincy of Mumbai Indians for the IPL 2024 season." Rohit, who recently led India to the ODI World Cup final, had been captaining the franchise since 2013 when they lifted first of their five IPL trophies.
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