Hardik Pandya Missing in Action Ahead of MI vs RCB Clash

Hardik Pandya has thrown a spanner in the works by not travelling with the Mumbai Indians squad to Raipur for their IPL 2026 clash against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The news broke as MI players gathered at Mumbai's Terminal 1, with Pandya notably absent, raising eyebrows and concern among fans.

This isn't the first time fitness issues have sidelined the star all-rounder. He recently missed the match against Lucknow Super Giants due to back spasms. While MI has downplayed the situation, stating it was just a fitness hiccup, the lack of clarity surrounding his availability for the RCB encounter keeps everyone guessing.

As it stands, there's no official word on whether Pandya will rejoin the squad before Sunday’s match. With MI needing their captain in top form, fans will be eagerly awaiting updates on his recovery. Can Pandya shake off these issues and lead MI to victory? Stay tuned to see how this unfolds!