Tilak Varma Criticized for On-Field Dispute During IPL Match
Tilak Varma blasted for having a ‘fight’ with Naman Dhir on live TV during RCB vs MI tie: ‘Million murmurs going around’
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During an IPL 2026 match between the Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Raipur, Tilak Varma was criticized for arguing with teammate Naman Dhir instead of focusing on the game. Former cricketer Murali Kartik highlighted the incident, noting it reflects ongoing issues within the Mumbai Indians as they were eliminated from playoff contention.
- 01Tilak Varma and Naman Dhir had a visible argument during a crucial moment in the match.
- 02Former cricketer Murali Kartik criticized Varma for his lack of focus.
- 03The Mumbai Indians were eliminated from the IPL 2026 playoff race after losing to RCB.
- 04Suryakumar Yadav has been leading the team in Hardik Pandya's absence due to injury.
- 05Kartik noted that the incident adds to the existing tensions surrounding the Mumbai Indians.
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In a recent IPL 2026 match held in Raipur, Tilak Varma of the Mumbai Indians was criticized for engaging in a dispute with teammate Naman Dhir during a pivotal moment of the game. The incident occurred when Dhir attempted to catch a ball near the boundary, leading to a miscommunication that Varma reacted to with an animated discussion instead of throwing the ball back. Former Indian spinner Murali Kartik condemned this behavior, emphasizing that such distractions are unnecessary during critical game moments. He pointed out that this incident reflects the ongoing struggles of the Mumbai Indians, who have faced challenges in recent seasons. The team was ultimately eliminated from playoff contention after a two-wicket loss to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. With Hardik Pandya sidelined due to a back spasm, Suryakumar Yadav has taken over as captain in the last two matches.
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The ongoing tensions within the Mumbai Indians could affect team morale and performance, especially as they face elimination from the playoffs.
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