The transfer of Hardik Pandya from Gujarat Titans to Mumbai Indians, with the latter appointing him as captain, has ignited a storm among fans, raising questions about player loyalty.
Tensions escalated during their first encounter, dubbed the Western Derby, where Gujarat’s former captain now led Mumbai.
Amidst boos from the audience, matters worsened when a section of the crowd directed hostile taunts at Hardik. One particular video from the GT-MI game circulated widely online, capturing a group hurling derogatory remarks at the 30-year-old as he walked back to the pavilion during the match.
While the MI captain appeared unfazed by the insults, the relentless jeers from fans sent social media platforms, especially Twitter, into a frenzy.
Ahmedabad crowd calling Hardik Pandya 'chhapri' 😳 #ipl #HardikPandya #chapri #GTvMI pic.twitter.com/0QKEgHZrJY
— Lalit Kumar (@Lalit96L) March 25, 2024