Shardul went for plenty against Kings at the Wankhede.
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It may still be early in the season, but Mumbai Indians has already drifted into troubled waters, managing just one win from its first five matches in IPL 2026.
The concern is no longer simmering, it’s out in the open. Following a seven-wicket loss to Punjab Kings at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, captain Hardik Pandya admitted that the team may need to take “difficult calls” if needed.
Published – April 17, 2026 06:07 pm IST
