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Mayank Yadav, Riyan Parag In, No Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant In T20 World Cup Squad By 6-Time IPL Winner

Amid the ongoing season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), India captain Rohit Sharma is expected to meet the BCCI selectors later this week to discuss the squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. ICC have set May 1 as the deadline for squad submission for the participating teams. As the deadline for the selection of India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad nears, several experts have shared their views on the same. Former India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter Ambati Rayudu has also picked his 15-man probables for the World Cup.

"Rohit Sharma Did Not Even Win...": Virender Sehwag's Blunt Message For Hardik Pandya's Critics

The IPL 2024 campaign of Mumbai Indians experienced a major roadblock as the Hardik Pandya-led side was defeated comprehensively by Rajasthan Royals on Monday. As a result, MI have just six points from 8 matches and will have to win all of their remaining matches to qualify for the playoffs. Hardik also faced a lot of criticism following lackluster performances both as player and captain. This has been a common trend since he replaced Rohit Sharma as the MI captain but legendary India batter Virender Sehwag believes that the all-rounder should put himself under pressure. He said that even Rohit did not win the IPL title in the last 2-3 seasons and despite expectations from fans, Hardik should focus on himself.

No Virat Kohli As Opener, One Big Omission: Irfan Pathan Picks India's Top 3 For T20 World Cup 2024

Former Indian cricket team all-rounder Irfan Pathan picked Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli at the Top 3 for the national side in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. There has been a lot of speculation over the opening partnership in the competition but Pathan believes that skipper Rohit should open with Jaiswal who scored a brilliant century for Rajasthan Royals in their win over Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2024 match on Monday. Pathan picked Kohli at the No. 3 and added that his strike rate in T20Is is better than former West Indies batter Chris Gayle and there can be no questions over his prowess.

Did Mumbai Indians Pacer Ignore Hardik Pandya's Advice vs Punjab Kings? New Video Proves Otherwise

There has been a lot of speculation over the team dynamics in the Mumbai Indians camp following a disappointing start to the IPL 2024 campaign. MI lost their first three matches in the competition and although they did stage a mini-comeback, they are currently seventh with just six points after the recent loss against Rajasthan Royals. The main topic of discussion has been the equation between Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma following a change is captaincy that was not accepted well by a section of the fanbase. (IPL 2024 Points Table)

"Rohit Sharma Doesn't Hug People": MI Head Coach's Sensational Revelation

Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mark Boucher has revealed that star batter and former captain Rohit Sharma often gives awkward hugs and handshakes to others. In a video uploaded by MI's social media handles, the coaching staff of the franchises shared unknown facts about their players. Head coach Mark Boucher, batting coach Kieron Pollard and bowling coach James Pannent offered the behind-the-scenes glimpse into the dynamics of the MI players. "Coaches spill the tea on our players and you don't want to miss this!" MI captioned the video.

"Brain Fatt Jayega If You Play For MI...": IPL Winner's Blunt Take On 'Culture' At 5-Time Champions

Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings are two most successful teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Out of the 16 completed seasons so far, the two teams have won the title five times each. No other team in the IPL has been even half as successful as these two franchises. Ambati Rayudu is one of the few players, who have played for both the franchises. He is only the second player along with Rohit Sharma to win the IPL trophy for a record six times.

"Looking For Easy Ways...": Hardik Pandya Receives Brutal 'Weak Link' Warning

Mumbai Indians slumped to a nine-wicket loss against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL 2024 match on Monday and there were once again concerns over Hardik Pandya's performance - both as a player and the captain. Hardik scored just 10 runs after coming out to bat at No. 7 and conceded 37 runs in 4 overs without taking a single wicket. The decision to appoint Hardik as the MI skipper in place of Rohit Sharma was not received well by a section of the fanbase and with the five-time champions struggling at seventh spot in the points table, the chatter is growing with every single day. Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan believes that Hardik is looking at easy ways to regain his lost form and if he continues to underperform in the tournament, he faces the risk of becoming the 'weak link' for his team.

IPL talking points: India's T20 World Cup dilemma, impact player woes and uncapped stars

With the Indian Premier League past the halfway mark, we take a look at the main talking points over the coming days.

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Mayank Yadav, Riyan Parag In, No Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant In T20 World Cup Squad By 6-Time IPL Winner

"Rohit Sharma Did Not Even Win...": Virender Sehwag's Blunt Message For Hardik Pandya's Critics

No Virat Kohli As Opener, One Big Omission: Irfan Pathan Picks India's Top 3 For T20 World Cup 2024

Did Mumbai Indians Pacer Ignore Hardik Pandya's Advice vs Punjab Kings? New Video Proves Otherwise

"Rohit Sharma Doesn't Hug People": MI Head Coach's Sensational Revelation

"Brain Fatt Jayega If You Play For MI...": IPL Winner's Blunt Take On 'Culture' At 5-Time Champions

"Looking For Easy Ways...": Hardik Pandya Receives Brutal 'Weak Link' Warning

IPL talking points: India's T20 World Cup dilemma, impact player woes and uncapped stars