Pandya might be a victim of conspiracy at MI

As the IPL 2025 season approaches, significant allegations are surfacing, particularly from the Mumbai Indians (MI) camp. One major claim suggests that Hardik Pandya may have been the target of a conspiracy within the franchise.

The Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful teams in IPL history, are poised for a major transition. Following their decision to replace Rohit Sharma, the captain who led them to five championship titles, with Hardik Pandya, a new report indicates there may have been underlying plots against the all-rounder during the 2024 season. There are even suggestions that he may step down as captain ahead of 2025.

During a discussion on the YouTube channel Sportsyaari, various serious allegations surfaced. It was stated that several players, including Rohit Sharma, opposed Pandya's elevation to captaincy. The discussion takes a dramatic turn by alleging that Hardik faced boos at every venue, including MI's own Wankhede Stadium, as part of a larger conspiracy to undermine him. It is claimed that negative publicity was actively being used to damage his reputation through social media and other platforms.

Despite these bold claims, there has yet to be any official verification from credible media sources, especially concerning Rohit Sharma’s purported involvement in the alleged scheme against Hardik. For now, it is prudent to treat these allegations as mere rumours and speculation.

If Hardik were to be relieved of his captaincy, the name most frequently mentioned as a potential successor is Suryakumar Yadav. Rohit Sharma could face release from the team after his demotion from captaincy prior to IPL 2024. Additionally, reports suggest that Suryakumar might be considered for a trade back to his former team, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), who are reportedly open to parting with IPL-winning captain Shreyas Iyer should Suryakumar join their ranks. However, this information remains unconfirmed.