Former Australia captain Michael Clarke has observed a lack of cohesion within the Mumbai Indians squad, suggesting that the team is divided into separate units. Mr. Clarke's assessment follows MI's disappointing start in IPL 2024, following the unexpected change in captaincy from Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya. With only five matches remaining, the Mumbai side must win all of them to qualify for the playoffs.
He stated:
“While top players like Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah have the ability to win matches on their own with extraordinary performances, the team’s success depends on how well they play together as one unit.”
This critical observation, made by a respected figure in the cricket community, raises questions about the future of MI. The franchise, renowned for its culture of excellence, must address these concerns without delay. Rebuilding team morale and unity will be essential if MI is to rebound next season with even greater strength.
MI has lost six of its nine matches this season, placing it in second-to-last position in the points table. On Tuesday, they will face the Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow, to reverse their current fortunes.