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Will Hardik Pandya Leave Mumbai Indians?, Latest Instagram Controversy: For the Mumbai Indians (MI), the IPL 2026 season has been nothing short of a nightmare. With the team now officially out of the race for the playoffs, off-field developments have captured the attention of fans.
Currently, the biggest topic of discussion on social media revolves around captain Hardik Pandya. Claims are circulating that Hardik has unfollowed his own team, the Mumbai Indians, on Instagram.
Did Hardik Pandya Really Unfollow MI on Instagram? The Viral Truth
This Cricket news spread like wildfire across social media after a change was observed in Hardik's 'Following' list following MI's defeat against RCB. According to reports:
- For a brief period, Hardik's 'Following' count appeared to drop to 150, with the official Mumbai Indians account notably missing from the list.
- However, within just a few minutes, the number reverted to 151, and the Mumbai Indians' name reappeared in the list.
This minor incident has fueled intense speculation among fans. Whether this was merely a technical glitch or a sign of lingering frustration following the team's defeat remains a mystery.
Past Controversies: Captaincy Row and Fan Backlash
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Fans have been scrutinizing the relationship between Hardik Pandya and the Mumbai Indians very closely over the past two years. Ever since Hardik replaced Rohit Sharma as captain, the Mumbai Indians fanbase has been divided into two distinct camps. The team's dismal performance, coupled with this latest 'unfollow-follow' drama, has only served to add fuel to the fire.
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A Disappointing IPL 2026 Season for Hardik and MI
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In the 2026 IPL season, neither the team's fortunes nor the captain's form managed to shine.
A look at the statistics reveals:- Batting: Hardik scored a mere 146 runs across 8 matches.
- Bowling: He claimed only 4 wickets throughout the entire season.
- Fitness: Due to back spasms, he missed three crucial matches. He was unable to obtain medical clearance even for the decisive match against RCB.
Will Hardik Pandya Leave Mumbai Indians Before Next Season?
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Following their elimination from the playoffs, the biggest question now is whether Hardik will be seen sporting the MI jersey in the upcoming season.
However, some reports suggest that the Mumbai Indians management continues to repose its faith in Hardik's captaincy. The management views this failure not merely as a result of the captaincy, but rather as a consequence of the team's current transitional phase. Nevertheless, in light of the recent buzz on Instagram and the team's disappointing performance, it remains difficult to predict who will hold the reins of the 'Paltan' next year.
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