All eyes on Hardik Pandya as Mumbai Indians host first home game in IPL

Hardik Pandya, the new captain of the Mumbai Indians cricket team, is under pressure after replacing Rohit Sharma. In their first two matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Mumbai Indians suffered defeats. Pandya's decision to take over as captain has faced criticism, especially from fans who were upset about him replacing the popular Rohit Sharma.

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Tough homecoming match

Pandya's first match as captain at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai will be closely watched. The team will face the Rajasthan Royals, and the reception for Pandya is uncertain given the recent criticism.

Pandya's leadership skills are being questioned after Mumbai Indians' shaky start. Critics have pointed out his decisions during matches, including bowling changes and batting order, which have not yielded positive results. However, Pandya remains focused on the game and aims to turn the team's performance around to silence the critics.

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