[WATCH]- Hardik Pandya Cheers As Rohit Sharma Smashes Sixes In Practice

Ahead of the highly anticipated IPL 2025 clash between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Gujarat Titans (GT), a playful and heartfelt exchange between Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya took social media by storm. During MI’s practice session, Rohit Sharma was in top form, effortlessly smashing huge sixes in the nets.

Watching from a distance, Hardik Pandya couldn’t hide his admiration. In a fun and affectionate gesture, he blew a flying kiss towards Rohit Sharma, prompting laughter and smiles from the players and support staff around them.

You can watch the video here:

Hardik gives Rohit a flying kiss after watching his sixes🔥💙 pic.twitter.com/h48WDk2aJe

— Radha (@Rkc1511165) March 29, 2025

The moment was captured on camera and quickly went viral on social media, with fans loving the warm exchange between the two cricket stars. Hardik and Rohit have shared a strong bond over the years, having played together for Mumbai Indians and securing multiple IPL titles.

In IPL 2024, Hardik returned to MI as captain, while Rohit stepped down from the role. Despite the leadership change, their friendship and mutual respect have remained unchanged. With MI and GT set to clash in an exciting match, this lighthearted interaction has only added to the excitement. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how both players perform when they face off on the field.

When Will Hardik Pandya Play His First IPL 2025 Match?

Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya made his debut in the IPL 2025 season during the match against Gujarat Titans (GT) on March 29, 2025, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. He had missed MI’s opening game against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) due to a one-match suspension for a slow over-rate offense during the previous season.

His return to the playing XI against GT was a significant boost for MI, as they aimed to secure their first win of the season. Here is the Mumbai Indians (MI) full schedule for IPL 2025 with venues:

March 23 – MI vs CSK, MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai (7:30 PM)

March 29 – MI vs GT, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad (7:30 PM)

March 31 – MI vs KKR, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (7:30 PM)

April 5 – MI vs DC, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (7:30 PM)

April 10 – MI vs RR, Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur (7:30 PM)

April 15 – MI vs SRH, Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad (7:30 PM)

April 20 – MI vs LSG, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (7:30 PM)

April 25 – MI vs PBKS, PCA IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali (7:30 PM)

April 30 – MI vs RCB, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru (7:30 PM)

May 5 – MI vs GT, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (7:30 PM)

May 10 – MI vs CSK, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (7:30 PM)

May 15 – MI vs KKR, Eden Gardens, Kolkata (7:30 PM)

May 20 – MI vs DC, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi (7:30 PM)

May 25 – MI vs RR, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (7:30 PM)

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