Hardik Pandya’s IPL 2026 status has sparked controversy after MI’s loss to RCB, with fans unsure whether he was benched, sacked as captain, or sidelined by injury. While the franchise has offered little clarity, coach Mahela Jayawardena directly addressed claims of “politics” behind the decision involving other top Indian players.
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