In the IPL 2024, things are getting worse for Hardik Pandya. Against Rajasthan Royals, Mumbai Indians lost their third straight game while he was in charge. The back-to-back losses have made people more critical of him on social media, with fans calling for Rohit Sharma to be put back in charge of the Mumbai Indians. When there was a lot of talk, former India pacer S Sreesanth backed Rohit Sharma. Rohit can still lead Mumbai Indians.

“We have seen the god of cricket, the great Sachin Tendulkar play under Mahi bhai (MS Dhoni). We won the World Cup too. A lot of stories are being told about Rohit Sharma playing under new captain Hardik Pandya but Rohit would love to play freely,” Sreesanth told The Times of India.

“As far as I know Rohit, he would look to bat freely, without any captaincy burden, and may take the Orange Cap too. He is going to have a great season. He has led Mumbai Indians from the front but I am sure Rohit is going to lead Mumbai Indians from the back,” he added.

Rohit's form is also a worry since he has only scored 69 runs in three games so far, but Sreesanth is sure that the India captain will score "heavily" in IPL 2024.

“I would say let’s be ready for the change and accept the change. For whatever franchisee he will play, Rohit is going to be the same. I am sure he must be going through difficult times personally but I am very confident that he will take it in his stride and will come out as a champ. Rohit is going to score heavily this season,” Sreesanth further said.