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Acknowledging Pandya's tough outing, Pollard defended him, citing cricket's fluctuating nature where players experience both highs and lows. He emphasized Pandya's confidence and dedication to improving his skills, reminding everyone of his potential selection for India's T20 World Cup squad.

Nevertheless, amidst the sea of disapproval, Pandya discovered a pocket of support at the Wankhede Stadium, with encouragement even coming from rival star batsman Virat Kohli. "He (Pandya) loves challenges," remarked Kishan to the media post-Mumbai Indians' triumphant victory over RCB. "I know that he must be enjoying it. I know him personally. He is ready for the challenges because you cannot complain to the fans, they will come up with their explanations and their point of views."

In response, Mumbai Indians mounted a relentless chase, fueled by Ishan Kishan's explosive 69 off 34 balls and Suryakumar Yadav's blistering 52 off 19 balls. Their partnership dismantled RCB's bowling attack, guiding MI to victory with 4.3 overs to spare.

Bolstered by Shepherd's explosive 10-ball 39, Mumbai Indians posted an imposing total of 234/5 in their allotted 20 overs. They then proceeded to stifle Delhi Capitals, restricting them to 205/8 and ultimately securing a convincing 29-run win at the Wankhede Stadium.

Arriving early at the stadium, the seasoned middle-order batsman spent nearly an hour honing his skills in the nets, showcasing his trademark shots with precision and finesse across the entire ground.

The dissatisfaction towards Pandya's leadership manifested in booing and heckling during Mumbai Indians' recent matches, including the home encounter against Rajasthan Royals at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

Facing a dismal start with a score of 20 for 4 within four overs after being asked to bat, MI struggled to recover and could only muster a total of 125 for nine in their allotted 20 overs. Rajasthan Royals comfortably chased down the target with six wickets in hand and 27 balls to spare.