Watch: Rohit Sharma Urged Fans to Stop Booing Hardik Pandya

During the IPL 2024 clash between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Monday (April 1), Rohit Sharma was observed making a heartfelt plea to fans to halt their booing. This encounter marked MI’s first home game of the season at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

The atmosphere was charged as MI fans expressed their discontent over the decision to replace Rohit Sharma with Hardik Pandya as captain. From the very beginning, Hardik found himself on the receiving end of boos from the crowd, starting from the toss itself. This sentiment continued throughout the match, even when Rohit Sharma was fielding near the boundary during the second innings.

In a poignant moment captured by a couple of X users who shared videos on social media, Rohit Sharma could be seen gesturing to the crowd, appealing for them to stop booing. Despite the pressure of the game, Rohit Sharma’s gesture highlighted his leadership qualities and his commitment to maintaining respect amidst challenging circumstances.