Mumbai, Maharashtra: Hardik Pandya's decision to retire out set batter Tilak Varma (23 balls) during Mumbai Indians' crunch match has ignited fresh controversy, exposing the captain's struggling leadership amid MI's dismal season.
When Varma walked off unexpectedly, commentators revealed he'd been "retired out" for slow strike rate - despite being set at the crease. The move baffled fans. Unrepentant about his decision, Hardik Pandya tried to chase down 22 runs in the last over himself but failed miserably.
