Hardik Pandya's Absence Raises Concerns for Mumbai Indians Ahead of Key Match
Hardik Pandya Not Travelling With Mumbai Indians Squad, Says Report. Speculations Rife
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Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya missed the team's last match due to back spasms and was absent from the squad's departure for their upcoming game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Raipur. Speculations suggest there may be more to his absence than just injury, as the team struggles in the IPL 2026 season.
- 01Hardik Pandya missed the last match due to back spasms.
- 02He was not seen with the Mumbai Indians squad at the airport ahead of their next game.
- 03Pandya has scored only 146 runs in eight matches this season.
- 04Mumbai Indians are currently 9th in the IPL points table with only 3 wins in 10 matches.
- 05The team's leadership transition from Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya has faced challenges.
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Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya missed the team's recent Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) due to back spasms. While he was expected to return for the upcoming game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Raipur, he was absent from the squad's departure at Mumbai airport, leading to speculation regarding the seriousness of his condition. This season, Pandya has struggled with his performance, scoring only 146 runs in eight matches at a strike rate of 136.45. The Mumbai Indians currently sit 9th in the points table, with only 3 wins in 10 matches, raising questions about the team's leadership transition from Rohit Sharma to Pandya. The shift was intended to bring a new dynamic, but the team has faced challenges under Pandya's captaincy, struggling to find clarity and stability on the field.
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The absence of Hardik Pandya could further hinder the Mumbai Indians' chances of improving their standings in the IPL, affecting fans and stakeholders invested in the team's success.
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