{"id":186631,"date":"2023-12-20T07:26:13","date_gmt":"2023-12-20T07:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/indiansapidnews.com\/?p=186631"},"modified":"2023-12-20T07:26:13","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T07:26:13","slug":"mumbai-indians-declare-all-is-well","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/indiansapidnews.com\/sport\/mumbai-indians-declare-all-is-well\/","title":{"rendered":"Mumbai Indians Declare ‘All Is Well’"},"content":{"rendered":"
‘This decision is made by us to embrace a transition phase with the new captain.’ In the lead-up to the IPL 2024 auction, Mumbai Indians witnessed a major leadership shift as Hardik Pandya took over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma.<\/p>\n Social media hinted at unrest within Mumbai Indians, fuelled by cryptic posts from Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav.<\/p>\n Speculation grew with Pandya’s captaincy and trade from the Gujarat Titans, suggesting potential discontent among players like Rohit, Bumrah, and SKY.<\/p>\n Reports even suggested possible trades, which Mumbai Indians swiftly denied, dismissing any internal discord.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n During the auction, concerns about Rohit Sharma’s role emerged, prompting MI Owner Akash Ambani to reassure fans in a video on social media, stating, ‘Do not worry, he will bat.’<\/p>\n Mumbai Indians Head Coach Mark Boucher, dismissed rumours of any dissent. The former South African international acknowledged the emotional aspect of the decision, but emphasised that it was simply a ‘transitional phase’.<\/p>\n ‘We’ve had discussions with certain team members and the leadership within the group. It’s purely a transition phase in the game of cricket,’ Boucher explained.<\/p>\n ‘Mumbai Indians are moving forward. Rohit has been fantastic for us, a stalwart for Mumbai Indians, and has performed exceptionally well. This decision is made by us to embrace a transition phase with the new captain. Let’s set aside emotions; that’s essentially what it comes down to.’<\/p>\n Addressing social media rumours, Boucher stated, ‘From our perspective, we handled it in the best way possible. We understand the emotions involved, but this is purely a transitional phase for Mumbai Indians.’<\/p>\n ‘Decisions were made by us to move forward, and that’s where we stand at the moment.’<\/p>\n
‘Let’s set aside emotions.’<\/strong><\/p>\n