‘Bahut bura hua vro’ – Fans react as Suryakumar Yadav posts cryptic tweet after Mumbai Indians’ captaincy shuffle

Mumbai Indians’ (MI) shocking decision to remove Rohit Sharma from the captaincy ahead of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 has stirred strong emotions among fans, leading to protests that include burning jerseys and caps. Adding fuel to the fire is the enigmatic social media post by India’s T20 captain and the no. 1 ranked batter of the format, Suryakumar Yadav, who shared a heartbroken emoji without providing any context. This cryptic post has ignited a storm of speculation, with fans interpreting it in various ways.

The abrupt removal of Rohit as captain has left MI’s supporters in turmoil, expressing their dissent through unconventional means. The move came as a shock to many, given Rohit’s successful tenure as captain, leading the team to five Indian Premier League (IPL) victories.

Suryakumar, known for his explosive batting and dynamic on-field presence, posted a heartbroken emoji on social media platforms, leaving fans puzzled and eager for an explanation. The lack of a caption or context in the post has fueled intense speculation about its meaning. Some fans speculate that Suryakumar’s reaction may be linked to Rohit’s captaincy removal, while others believe it may be a response to not being chosen as MI’s captain.

Hardik Pandya appointed as MI’s new captain

It is noteworthy that Hardik Pandya has been appointed as the new captain of Mumbai Indians, adding another layer of complexity to the situation. Hardik was recently traded to MI from Gujarat Titans (GT) in an unexpected turn. Interestingly, Hardik has led GT to two successive IPL finals and his exit from the franchise came as a shock for many.

Earlier rumours had suggested that Suryakumar was in contention for the captaincy, making his social media post even more intriguing for fans. However, the real meaning behind Suryakumar’s post remains a mystery, and only the cricketer himself can shed light on the true intent.

Here’s how fans reacted:

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