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Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) have endured a rough start to their IPL 2024 campaign, losing their opening two matches. This follows a pre-season period dominated by headlines regarding the high-profile trade of Hardik Pandya from Gujarat Titans (GT) and his subsequent appointment as captain, replacing Rohit Sharma.
Losses and Criticism Mount for Hardik Pandya
So far, the gamble on Pandya’s leadership hasn’t paid off. MI’s opening encounter resulted in a narrow defeat against their former franchise, Gujarat Titans (GT). This was followed by a 31-run loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), where MI conceded a staggering 277 runs in just 20 overs. These performances have drawn criticism towards Pandya, not just from fans but also cricket experts.
Unfair Treatment of Hardik Pandya’s wife Natasa Stankovic
Adding insult to injury, Pandya’s wife, Natasa Stankovic, has been unfairly targeted by online trolls in the wake of MI’s struggles.
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Who is Natasa Stankovic?
Born in Serbia, Natasa Stankovic is a model and actress who has appeared in several Bollywood films like “Satyagraha,” “Fukrey Returns” and “Zero.” She has also participated in reality shows like “Bigg Boss 8” and “Nach Baliye 9.”
However, she rose to fame with Punjabi rapper Baadshah’s music video “DJ Waaley Babu.”
Focus Needed on Cricket
While Hardik navigates the challenges of captaincy, it’s important to remember that his wife shouldn’t be dragged into the team’s on-field struggles. The focus should be on the team’s performance and how they can turn things around in the upcoming matches.