IPL 2024: MI Skipper Hardik Pandya Reflects on ‘Nervy’ Win Following Ashutosh Sharma’s Attack

In a thrilling encounter at the Mullanpur Stadium in Mohali during IPL 2024, Mumbai Indians emerged victorious with a 9-run win over Punjab Kings. Setting a target of 193 runs for PBKS, MI managed to bundle out the hosts for 183 runs in 19.1 overs, sealing a nail-biting victory.

Hardik Pandya Praises Team Effort

MI skipper Hardik Pandya commended his team’s performance, acknowledging the challenging nature of the match. “It was a very good game of cricket. Everyone’s nerves were tested,” Pandya remarked. He emphasized the importance of character, stating that it was tested during the game. While Mumbai seemed to be in control as Punjab struggled at 49 for 5 in the seventh over, Ashutosh Sharma’s explosive 28-ball-61-run knock brought PBKS back into contention. However, his dismissal by Gerald Coetzee in the 18th over tilted the game in MI’s favor.

Praise for Ashutosh Sharma

Pandya lauded Ashutosh Sharma’s remarkable performance, highlighting his talent and potential. “He was unbelievable – coming in and playing like that. Almost every ball hitting the middle. Happy for him and chuffed for his future,” Pandya expressed his admiration for the PBKS youngster.  Reflecting on certain lapses during the game, Pandya admitted that his team had some soft and scrappy phases. Nonetheless, he expressed satisfaction with the win, emphasizing that a victory is a victory.