<p>There has been backlash over the Mumbai Indians’ decision to transfer leadership duties from Rohit Sharma to recently signed Hardik Pandya. Considering how well Rohit has performed as the team’s captain over the last ten years, many people were stunned by the decision.</p>
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<p>Soon after the decision was made, there were rumors on social media circulating that veteran Indian players like Jasprit Bumrah, Ishan Kishan, and Suryakumar Yadav were considering leaving the team. However, a representative from MI has dismissed the discussions, stating that no player would leave the team this season.</p>
<p>The press stories are completely untrue and fraudulent. “We will not be trading or selling any MI players,” the official said to Cricbuzz, denying the reports of senior players quitting.</p>
<p>Before a decision was reached, each player was given the benefit of the doubt. The insider went on to say that Rohit was also informed and actively involved in the decision-making process.</p>
<p>Mark Boucher, the head coach of the Mumbai Indians, was also questioned on the choice, particularly in light of the responses the team’s supporters had made. According to Boucher, the decision was carefully considered and deliberated with the franchise’s executive team.</p>
<p>“Well, we’ve spoken with a few members of the team as well as the group leadership. It’s only a transitional period, in my opinion. It’s a cricket game. Mumbai Indians advance. For us, Rohit has been excellent. He has been a Mumbai Indians mainstay and has performed well. This is just a choice we’ve taken to move on and enter a time of transition with the new captain, putting all feelings aside and that kind of thing. That’s what it’s about, that’s all the coach stated.</p>
<p>Regarding the unfavorable reports surrounding the leadership change, Boucher said, “Is there anything I can say about it? I’m not really sure. I mean, I’ve heard rumors and all that stuff on social media, but I’m not really into that kind of thing. To the best of my knowledge, we handled it as best we could. We acknowledge the feelings associated with everything, but for Mumbai Indians, this is only a period of change. And that’s where we are right now—we made choices to go ahead.”</p>
Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav Want To Go? An MI Official’s Direct Response To Rumors
