Mumbai Indians’ decision to replace Rohit Sharma with Hardik Pandya as captain for the IPL 2024 season has sparked discussions, and Sunil Gavaskar sheds light on the reasons behind this move:
1. Decision for Team Benefit:
- Gavaskar suggests not dwelling on “rights and wrongs.”
- Emphasizes that the decision is made for the team’s benefit.
2. Rohit’s Performance Dip:
- Notices a slight dip in Rohit Sharma’s performance, both as a captain and with the bat, over the last two years.
- Points out that while Rohit used to score big, the team’s rankings dropped in the previous seasons.
3. Leadership Fatigue:
- Gavaskar feels Rohit seemed “tired” due to continuous cricket and leadership responsibilities.
- Mentions fatigue from IPL and international cricket captaincy as contributing factors.
4. Fresh Perspective with Hardik:
- Gavaskar sees the decision as a move to bring in fresh thinking.
- Highlights Hardik Pandya’s successful captaincy with Gujarat Titans, reaching two finals and winning the title in 2022.
5. Consideration of Hardik’s Credentials:
- The decision factors in Hardik Pandya’s track record as a young and successful captain.
- Gavaskar believes the move will benefit Mumbai Indians, offering a positive change.
6. Hardik’s Leadership Qualities:
- Highlights Hardik’s ability to bring fresh perspectives and results.
- Points out that fresh thinking and a young captain can be beneficial for the team.
7. No Deterrence Expected:
- Gavaskar concludes that the decision will not deter Mumbai Indians and predicts positive outcomes.
While neither Rohit Sharma nor Hardik Pandya has made official statements, earlier reports suggested that the captaincy role was among the conditions set by Hardik when approached by Mumbai Indians to leave Gujarat Titans.
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