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Indian cricket’s versatile player and Vice-captain, Hardik Pandya, has addressed the public for the first time amidst the ongoing speculation surrounding his relationship with his wife, Natasa Stankovic.
Since sustaining an injury during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 held in India, Hardik Pandya’s journey has been tumultuous. Following a mishap during a league match against Bangladesh where he injured his right ankle, Pandya has been surrounded by controversy. Upon his return to the Mumbai Indians from the Gujarat Titans before the IPL 2024 auctions, fans welcomed him back, but there was a bitter pill to swallow.
The decision to transfer captaincy from Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya at Mumbai Indians stirred up discontent among loyal fans. The abruptness of this transition, confirmed in November 2023, coinciding with India’s loss in the World Cup final, fueled the fire. Mockery and criticism ensued, reaching an apex during the 2024 IPL season.
At every venue, Pandya encountered taunting chants from the crowd. Instead of support, Mumbai Indians’ faithful directed negativity towards their new captain. As the team struggled to secure victories under Pandya’s leadership, the situation escalated further, painting a challenging picture for the all-rounder.
Hardik Pandya bore the brunt of Mumbai Indians’ losses, with criticism pouring in from former cricketers over his perceived deficiencies in captaincy. Among the glaring issues highlighted by pundits was his decision-making regarding bowling changes, further exacerbating Mumbai’s IPL woes.
The five-time champions slumped to a disappointing 10th place finish in the IPL 2024 standings, contrasting sharply with Kolkata Knight Riders’ triumph. Following MI’s dismal season, Pandya swiftly transitioned to the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in New York. However, recent reports swirling around suggest that Pandya and his wife, Natasa Stankovic, are facing marital discord, with rumors of an impending divorce.
The topic has gained momentum on social media, trending with each passing day. Despite the widespread speculation, neither Natasa nor Hardik has addressed the matter, leaving the status of their relationship in a state of uncertainty.
Hardik shares a post on X platform, marking his return since the rumors surrounding his alleged divorce with Natasa Stankovic began circulating.
The Indian vice-captain broke his social media silence amidst swirling divorce rumors with wife Natasa Stankovic. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he shared an update regarding his current commitment to national duty for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, set across the USA and West Indies.
In his latest X post, he showcased the Indian players’ preparations for the World Cup, offering a glimpse of their training sessions at a local ground in New York.
