Pathan emphasized the significance of captaincy in cricket, stressing that it plays a pivotal role in a team’s performance. He pointed out that the ongoing speculation within Mumbai Indians regarding the captaincy change might have hindered the team’s cohesion. Pathan suggested that the lack of unity in their gameplay could indicate the formation of factions within the team.

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Michael Clarke echoed a similar sentiment to Pathan’s just before Mumbai Indians’ match against Kolkata Knight Riders

Clarke expressed skepticism about Mumbai Indians’ chances of making it to the playoffs in the IPL. He suggested that Mumbai’s struggles throughout the tournament may be indicative of deeper issues within the team. Despite possessing a roster filled with talented players, their inconsistent performance raised questions about potential internal challenges affecting their gameplay.

Clarke went on to suggest that there may be distinct factions within the Mumbai Indians’ dressing room, contributing to their lack of cohesion and teamwork. He believed that this internal division was preventing the players from uniting and performing as a cohesive unit on the field.

Mumbai Indians’ current position in the league table is in 9th place, having accumulated 6 points from 11 games.

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