Hardik Pandya Sits Alone In Dugout After Defeat Against Rajasthan

There just doesn't seem to be respite in store for Hardik Pandya. Already one of the most criticised players in the Indian Premier League, Hardik's troubles worsened as Rajasthan Royals secured a comfortable victory over the 5-time champions on Monday. Hardik, who continues to be surrounded by fans boos wherever he goes, was spotted spending some time alone in the MI dugout after the bitter result against RR.

It was a heart-breaking sighting seeing Hardik all down and low as the Mumbai Indians players headed out of the stadium following the conclusion of the match. Here's the video:

The Royals emerged triumphant on the back of a Yuzvendra Chahal (3/11) and Trent Boult (3/22) combined effort to suffocate Mumbai Indians with the bat, restricting them to 125/9. Riyan Parag (54 not out) then churned out yet another top-drawer knock to take Rajasthan Royals to the first spot in the IPL points table.