Rajasthan Royals’ pacer Trent Boult supported his former teammate Hardik Pandya, urging him to ignore the crowd’s booing during Mumbai Indians’ matches in Ahmedabad and Hyderabad. With Pandya assuming the MI captaincy from Rohit Sharma this season, fans have expressed discontent with the leadership change.
Boult emphasized the need for Pandya to remain focused amid the distractions, stating, “As professional sportspeople, you have to block out the white noise and focus on the job.” He expressed confidence that Pandya, being one of his favorite Indian cricketers, possesses the resilience to overcome such challenges.
Echoing Boult’s sentiments, Mumbai Indians’ veteran spinner Piyush Chawla emphasized that Pandya has remained undeterred by the crowd’s reactions. Chawla highlighted Pandya’s focus on the game and expressed optimism that the situation would improve once MI secures a victory.
While acknowledging the passionate nature of Indian cricket fans, Chawla reiterated the importance of focusing on the game rather than external factors. He emphasized the team’s determination to concentrate on their performance despite the crowd’s behavior.
Chawla expressed hope that the loyal Mumbai fans would turn up to support the team during their first home game of the season at the Wankhede Stadium. He emphasized the team’s collective effort and stressed the significance of fan support in boosting morale and performance on the field.
Overall, both Boult and Chawla emphasized the need for Pandya and the Mumbai Indians team to remain resilient and focused amidst the crowd’s reactions. They highlighted the importance of staying committed to the game and rallying together as a team to overcome challenges and secure victories in the IPL.
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