‘We gave him the best opportunity’: Pollard’s big statement on Hardik Pandya

Mumbai Indians concluded their disappointing IPL 2026 campaign with a loss to Rajasthan Royals, finishing ninth. Batting coach Kieron Pollard acknowledged that skipper Hardik Pandya’s leadership did not unfold as hoped, but emphasized the season’s failure was a collective one. The franchise will now assess the reasons for their downfall before making future decisions.