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The cricketing world was recently shaken by the unexpected news of Mumbai Indians (MI) changing their captaincy ahead of IPL 2024. In a surprising move, Rohit Sharma, the face of MI’s unparalleled success with five IPL titles under his leadership, was succeeded by young all-rounder Hardik Pandya. The decision garnered mixed reactions, with fans and cricket enthusiasts expressing their sentiments on social media.
Among the outpouring of tributes for Rohit Sharma, a heartwarming gesture came from Mumbai Indians’ arch-rivals, Chennai Super Kings (CSK). In response to CSK’s tribute, Rohit’s wife, Ritika Sajdeh, conveyed her feelings with a simple yet meaningful reaction.
Rohit Sharma’s captaincy stint: The decade of dominance
Rohit took charge of Mumbai Indians in 2013 and led the team to an unprecedented five IPL trophies and a Champions League title. His captaincy became synonymous with MI’s success, creating a legacy that will be remembered for years to come. Nevertheless, the recent decision to appoint Hardik as the new skipper marked the end of an era, triggering an emotional response from fans and players alike.
Hardik Pandya’s assured leadership
It is worth mentioning that Hardik’s move to Mumbai Indians from Gujarat Titans (GT) ahead of the IPL auction had already hinted at a leadership role for him, as the reports suggested that the all-rounder’s return to MI was contingent on being assured of the captaincy. The official announcement now confirmed this development, sparking discussions and debates, with fans eager to witness how Pandya would carry the legacy forward.
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CSK’s heartwarming tribute
In the midst of this cricketing upheaval, CSK, Mumbai Indians’ long-time rivals, took a moment to acknowledge Rohit’s contribution to the game. CSK posted a tribute video encapsulating a decade of spirited challenges between the two franchises with a caption that read, “2013 to 2023: A decade of spirited challenge! Much respect, Rohit!”
Ritika Sajdeh’s touching response
Amidst the tributes flooding social media, Rohit’s wife, Ritika remained silent for a while. However, her first public reaction came in response to CSK’s heartfelt tribute. Ritika expressed her emotions with a “yellow heart” emoji, a subtle yet powerful acknowledgement of the respect and appreciation for the journey her husband had undertaken as the captain of Mumbai Indians.
