MI Captain drama continues as batting coach Kieron Pollard posts cryptic story about loyalty

Kieron Pollard, the renowned cricketer and current batting coach for the Mumbai Indians, has stirred a buzz on social media with a cryptic message that fans speculate might be a direct commentary on the Mumbai Indians' owners and captain, Hardik Pandya. This development comes amid Pollard's recent appointment to England's support staff for the upcoming T20 World Cup in 2024, set to be held in the West Indies and the USA.

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Pollard, a key player in the Mumbai Indians' five-time championship success, retired from the Indian Premier League (IPL) after the franchise decided to release him. Instead of joining another IPL team, he chose to return to Mumbai as a batting coach, signifying a transition from the field to a mentoring role.

The crux of Pollard's apparent dissatisfaction lies in a cryptic message he shared on Instagram. The post reads, "Once the rain is over, an umbrella becomes a burden to everyone. That’s how loyalty ends when benefits stop." The enigmatic nature of the statement has triggered speculation and discussion among fans, with many interpreting it as a veiled commentary on his relationship with the Mumbai Indians management.

Is Kieron Pollard hinting at ongoing captaincy drama in the Mumbai Indians?

The intrigue deepens when considering the context of similar cryptic posts by other Mumbai Indians players, including the likes of Jasprit Bumrah and Surya Kumar Yadav. These messages surfaced following the Mumbai Indians' decision to appoint Hardik Pandya as their captain, replacing the longstanding skipper, Rohit Sharma, who also captains the Indian national team.

The social media activity from the Mumbai Indians players and now from Pollard has added an air of mystery and speculation surrounding the team dynamics and management decisions. As fans eagerly await clarification or further developments, the cricketing world is left pondering the nuances and potential shifts within the Mumbai Indians franchise as they gear up for the next edition of the IPL.