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Mumbai Indians name Hardik Pandya as captain for IPL 2024 instead of Rohit Sharma

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In a decision not foreseen by many, five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Mumbai Indians announced an end to Rohit Sharma’s tenure as the captain of the franchise, with Hardik Pandya taking over the responsibility from the next season onwards.

Under Rohit’s captaincy, who was first given leadership responsibilities back in 2013, Mumbai Indians became the first franchise to win five titles before the tally was equalled by Chennai Super Kings last season. He led the franchise in 158 matches, winning 89 of those with a win percentage of 56.33%.