hardik pandya Has not been able to play the last two matches for Mumbai Indians (MI) due to back spasms. During this period, Suryakumar Yadav took over as stand-in captain and the five-time champions defeated Lucknow Super Giants before losing to Royal Challengers Bangalore and being eliminated.
Mumbai Indians are all set to face Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala on Thursday, May 14. With no chances of reaching the playoffs, MI have a chance to spoil Punjab's party. Shreyas Iyer and Company have played 11 matches so far, out of which they have won six and lost four. One of their matches ended without result.
However, Hardik is expected to watch the game from the sidelines. The star all-rounder trained for over three hours at the Reliance Corporate Park on Tuesday, May 12. MI says that Hardik is recovering from his injury. However, the 32-year-old posted some videos on social media about his tough training session, and it has raised eyebrows.
Times of India reported that all is not well in the MI dressing room. Hardik's absence raises some relevant questions.
MI faced Bengaluru in their last game on Sunday and the Choryasi-born player was present with the team. However, neither he nor Suryakumar went to Dharamshala with the team on Tuesday. Reportedly both of them left for Mumbai immediately after the match. A baby girl was recently born to Suryakumar on 7th May. The franchise is hopeful that the Indian T20 captain will be back in the squad before the game against PBKS. If Hardik does not play, the 35-year-old player will remain at the top.
Mumbai Indians are going through a forgettable season. They have won only three matches and lost eight after playing 11. The Mumbai-based franchise is ranked 9th in the points table. Their last three matches are against Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals.
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