Hardik has not been traveling with the MI squad for the last few matches, which sparked massive speculation among the fans on social media. Some media reports suggested that the Indian all-rounder is currently struggling with back spasms, but a viral video showing him training in Mumbai sparked confusion and doubts over the possible rift between him and the franchise.
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At the same time, the South African player made it clear that the decision regarding Hardik Pandya’s return is completely in the hands of the medical staff and team management.
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"I’m sure the people that are making decisions and the people that are looking after him are trying to do the best for him and for the team itself. So, it has been tricky, but at the same time the game does move forward, and we still need to play good cricket.”
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The Mumbai Indians all-rounder also honestly spoke about the team’s disappointing IPL 2026 season, saying they never really managed to click together as a complete unit, and that’s one of the biggest reasons behind their early elimination. They managed to win only three of their 11 games so far.
The Proteas stars also admitted that MI’s sloppy fielding is another major issue for them this season. He signed off by saying, “Dropping crucial chances at crucial stages of matches have swung the game in the opposite direction and not in our favor. So, it’s a multitude of things.”
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