The 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will start in a few days. Hardik Pandya, one of the star players of Team India, is also ready to captain Mumbai Indians. This is the same team from where Hardik played and traveled to Team India. Although he has captained Gujarat Titans for two years in between, he is returning to MI again as captain. Hardik Pandya has come forward and spoken for the first time after becoming the captain of Mumbai Indians.
He talked about his journey and also spoke calmly about his re-connection with the team and the fans.
Hardik Pandya debuted in the IPL for Mumbai Indians
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya is ready to take charge of the team. He started his career for the first time in the Indian Premier League i.e. IPL with this team. Meanwhile, his decision to leave Gujarat Titans and once again join Mumbai Indians has been the most talked about thing in recent times. This matter came to a head when the team removed Rohit Sharma and handed over the command of the team to Hardik Pandya. Meanwhile, while talking to Star Sports, Hardik expressed happiness on returning home after 2 years.
Coming to Mumbai Indians is like coming back home for Pandya
Speaking to Star Sports, Hardik said that he is very grateful for the love and support of his fans. Pandya said that coming back to Mumbai Indians feels like it is all back to where it started. Said that as a boy in Baroda, his journey to Mumbai was quite interesting.Said that as a boy in Baroda, his journey to Mumbai was quite interesting. He says that this city taught me a lot. The love and teachings of this city are priceless. Said that Mumbai always challenges you to become better. Now I have returned to my home after two years through the IPL.
What did Hardik say about the fans?
You might remember that when Mumbai Indians announced the removal of Rohit Sharma and the appointment of Hardik Pandya as the new captain, some fans got angry. Fans were expressing their displeasure on social media. On this, he said that he wants the same kind of support from his fans to motivate them towards victory. Rest assured, he will ensure an exciting season that everyone will enjoy. This is a journey we will all enjoy together.
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