Former Mumbai Indian spinner Rahul Chahar has issued a big statement about Hardik Pandya, who will take over captain from Rohit Sharma for IPL 2024. Chahar emphasized that leadership change is part of the team’s journey, adding that players should do their best to the aspects regardless of the captain.
Hardik Pandya has been appointed captain of the Mumbai Indians prior to IPL 2024. The all-around game was taken over from Rohit Sharma. However, the move has caused discomfort among Rohit fans, with Pandia facing booing and hostility at venues, including its home ground, including Mumbai’s Wang Kwede Stadium.
Pandya, who previously captained the Gujarat Titans in 2022 and 2023, returned to MI through the high-profile Rs 15 trillion trade. Worse, the team finished at the bottom of the point table.
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In an interview with Filmygyan, Rahul Chahar emphasized that leadership decisions depend on the connections they have with the franchise with the player. He added that internal changes should not affect performance on the field.
“Life goes on. Every team has time. We have a new captain. We can’t say anything like that. It’s about their connections and the people who want to make captains. But I think it’s important about what you do for the team.”
“As a player, Rohit is cool. It’s all perfect unless there’s someone’s need, I think that’s what Mi wanted.
Chahar represented the Mumbai Indians for three seasons from 2019 to 2021. He won two IPL titles with Mumbai Indians in 2019 and 2020.
Rohit Sharma will put his arm on my shoulder – Rahul Chahar
Rahul Chahar played under Mumbai Indians Rohit Sharma. Chahar praised Rohit for his leadership and calmness. He said Rohit’s trust and encouragement helped him remain constituted under pressure.
“I think the way he gives confidence, it’s very important. A leader who trusts players is very important. He remembers the times when he looks at me and feels like I’m under pressure.
Rohit Sharma came and told me to lead the team – Rahul Chahar
The leg spinner recalls the moment he went on a tough outing against the Delhi Capitals since IPL 2020, admitting 35 runs in two overs without taking wickets. However, the Mumbai Indians won the match with 57 runs.
Chahar said that Rohit Sharma told him not to stick to a single bad game, urging him to lead the team with confidence.
“One of the unforgettable incidents. I faced off against Delhi in 2020. I did something with 30 runs or two overs. I kept my head low after the game. Rohit came and told me to lead the team.
Chahar made his international debut in 2019 with the West Indies under Virat Kohli. However, he played only one ODI and six T20I on his last international outing in 2021.
Chahar played in IPL 2025 for Sunrise Hyderabad. The leg spinner appeared in one match against his former team, the Mumbai Indians.
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