Mumbai Indians have named Hardik Pandya as the new captain, succeeding Rohit Sharma.

In a significant shift of leadership, Mumbai Indians have appointed Hardik Pandya as the captain for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season, succeeding Rohit Sharma. Sharma, who led the team to five IPL titles since taking over midway through the 2013 season, hands over the reins to Hardik Pandya, who boasts a substantial IPL history since his debut in 2013.

Having played 92 matches for Mumbai Indians before captaining Gujarat Titans in the 2022 and 2023 seasons, Hardik Pandya showcased his leadership prowess by guiding the Titans to consecutive finals, securing victory in their debut season.

Mahela Jayawardene, Global Head of Performance at Mumbai Indians, emphasized the franchise’s commitment to legacy building and staying future-ready. “It is in keeping with this philosophy that Hardik Pandya will assume captaincy of Mumbai Indians for the IPL 2024 season,” stated Jayawardene. He expressed gratitude to Rohit Sharma for his outstanding leadership, recognizing Sharma’s extraordinary contributions to the team’s success and his status as one of the finest IPL captains.

While looking forward to Sharma’s continued guidance and experience both on and off the field, Jayawardene welcomed Hardik Pandya as the new captain, extending best wishes for his leadership journey with Mumbai Indians.

This leadership transition signifies a strategic move for Mumbai Indians, signaling a new era of captaincy under Hardik Pandya’s helm as they aim to build on their remarkable IPL legacy. The franchise eagerly anticipates the upcoming season with optimism and excitement.

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