Lee Jung-hoo of the San Francisco Giants was removed from Monday's game with back spasms after extending his hitting streak to five games. He is batting .268 this season.
Mumbai Indians face uncertainty over captain Hardik Pandya and interim captain Suryakumar Yadav's availability due to back spasms and recent fatherhood, respectively, ahead of their IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings in Dharamsala.
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya resumed intense training amid speculation over his absence due to a back spasm, as the team struggles in IPL 2026, languishing in 9th place.
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya's prolonged absence due to a reported back spasm, despite intense training, and internal team dynamics raise questions amid the team's disappointing IPL 2026 campaign, currently in 9th place.
Hardik Pandya hinted at his recovery through an Instagram story showing him training at Mumbai’s Reliance facility after missing MI’s last game with back spasms. However, the Mumbai Indians skipper did not travel with the initial squad to Dharamsala for the Punjab Kings clash. MI coach Mahela Jayawardene confirmed Pandya remains under medical observation.
Mumbai Indians will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru without star allrounder Hardik Pandya, who is still being evaluated by the medical team for a back spasm. Suryakumar Yadav will continue to captain the side in Pandya's absence for the crucial IPL 2026 encounter in Raipur.
Pandya had missed MI's last game against LSG due to a back spasm on Monday. His niggle is said to be a minor one and he was advised rest for the game against LSG.
Mumbai Indians secured a vital IPL 2026 victory, yet captain Hardik Pandya's absence due to back spasms casts a shadow. Opener Ryan Rickelton expressed uncertainty about Pandya's return, admitting he's unaware of the issue's severity. Suryakumar Yadav captained in Pandya's stead as MI chased down a massive target, keeping playoff hopes alive.
