Rohit vs Hardik: Rayudu and Bangar's On-Air Debate Sparks Controversy
In the on-air debate between Ambati Rayudu and Sanjay Bangar, differences have emerged over the captaincy of Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma. Bangar described Rohit's presence on the field as important, while Rayudu advised Hardik to lead independently. This has made the captaincy of Mumbai Indians a point of contention.
The recent on-air heated debate between Ambati Rayudu and Sanjay Bangar has been making headlines, with the duo clashing over the leadership dynamics between Mumbai Indians players Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma. Former India all-rounder and former RCB coach Sanjay Bangar expressed dissatisfaction with Mumbai Indians using Rohit Sharma as just an impact player.
Speaking during a show, Sanjay Bangar argued that Rohit's presence on the field is invaluable, especially for his leadership and tactical skills, which have won Mumbai Indians five IPL trophies. "I think Rohit's absence on the field is detrimental from a leadership point of view. He can probably give the right input to Hardik as well. But former Chennai Super Kings player and IPL legend Ambati Rayudu completely disagrees.
"I don't think Hardik needs advice. The captain should be left alone. It's his team, his input and you can't put 10 people in his ears like last year. Rohit is India's captain and nobody likes to whisper anything when he is captaining. You should adopt the same approach with Hardik. "
When Bangar stressed on the importance of experience on the field and pointed out options like Naman Dhir and Tilak Varma who don't bowl, Rayudu persevered. Rayudu interrupted him and said, "No, the captain should be left alone, Sanjay bhai." Sorry. "
Bangar then visibly annoyed and hit back at Rayudu, saying, "For you, it was different because you never led an IPL team. But here is a man who has won the team many IPL titles. "
Rayudu again said that this is not Rohit's team, it is Hardik Pandya's team. He acknowledged Rohith's stature and said that leadership should remain single and outspoken. After this, Rayudu gave the example of Dhoni and said that as Dhoni gave space to Virat Kohli during the change in leadership. Due to which he believes that captains should not be micromanaged.
Mumbai Indians seem to be struggling a lot this IPL season. Under Hardik's captaincy, the team has lost four out of its first five matches this season. Mumbai's next match will be against Delhi Capitals on April 13. Hardik, who has led Gujarat Titans to the title in their debut season, is now finding himself in a lot of trouble. Now it has to be seen whether Mumbai Indians can make a comeback or not.