Hardik Pandya, one of India’s premier all-rounders, continues to be a pivotal figure in both international cricket and the IPL. Known for his batting firepower and crucial contributions with the ball, Pandya has played 137 IPL matches, amassing 2525 runs and taking 64 wickets. As a leader, he showcased his abilities by captaining Gujarat Titans to a title in their debut season in 2022 and narrowly missing out on another in 2023.
However, his tenure as Mumbai Indians (MI) captain has been less successful. Under his leadership, the five-time champions struggled, finishing at the bottom of the table in a disappointing season with just four wins in 14 matches. Despite this setback, MI has decided to retain their faith in Pandya’s leadership.
Confirmation from MI management
Mumbai Indians’ head coach Mahela Jayawardene recently confirmed that Hardik Pandya will continue as captain for IPL 2025. The franchise is banking on his proven all-round abilities and leadership potential to turn things around. Jayawardene expressed confidence in Pandya’s ability to lead MI back to success and believes the team has made adjustments to strengthen their performance for the upcoming season.
Pandya’s overall IPL captaincy record
Hardik Pandya has led teams in 45 IPL matches, winning 26 and losing 19, with an impressive win percentage of 57.72%. While his stint with Gujarat Titans has been highly successful, replicating that form with MI remains a challenge.
As IPL 2025 approaches, all eyes will be on Pandya to see if he can lead MI to reclaim their former glory. Fans and the management alike hope that this season will mark a turning point for the all-rounder in MI’s blue and gold.