Tilak Varma, a key player for the Mumbai Indians (MI), shared insights on the differing captaincy styles of Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav during a press conference. He described Pandya as an energetic leader who inspires his teammates, often motivating them with phrases like, ‘Tu karega, tu karke dikhayega.’ In contrast, he characterized Yadav's approach as more tactical, focusing on strategies that enhance team performance. Varma expressed enjoyment in playing under both captains, noting that he has benefited from Yadav's tactical deployment during the recent 2026 T20 World Cup. While both captains have faced challenges in form this season, Varma defended Suryakumar, asserting that he is still batting well in practice. He believes that it only takes one impactful innings for Suryakumar to regain his form, similar to his crucial performance in the World Cup against the USA. Varma's comments highlight the dynamics within the MI team as they prepare for their upcoming match against the Chennai Super Kings.