Reflecting on Mumbai Indians’ defeat against Chennai Super Kings, Hardik Pandya acknowledged that the target was achievable, but he credited CSK’s Moeen Ali for creating a difference with his bowling. Pandya also mentioned the influence of MS Dhoni’s guidance from behind the stumps during the match.
Hardik Pandya admitted that Mumbai Indians could have chased the target, but Moeen Ali’s bowling proved to be challenging. He praised CSK’s clever strategies and perspective, highlighting Dhoni’s crucial advice while keeping wickets.
Hardik Pandya Acknowledges Moeen Ali’s Impact on Mumbai Indians’ Defeat, Remains Optimistic for IPL 2024 Comeback
During an interview after the match, Pandya stated, “Moeen Ali came in between our victory. He was clever in his plans and in his perspective. Having a person (Dhoni) behind the stumps tells them what’s happening.”
Regarding Mumbai’s batting performance, Pandya emphasized on their progress until Moeen Ali intervened and took crucial wickets. He emphasized the need to maintain strong intent and focus on playing good cricket in upcoming matches.
Mumbai Indians have faced four defeats in IPL 2024 so far, with eight matches remaining, four of which are home games. Despite winning only one home match so far, Hardik Pandya remains optimistic about the team’s prospects and his ability to make a comeback in the tournament.