Overview
- Sunil Gavaskar, 76, said he told Hardik Pandya to “consider” him for Mumbai Indians after the all-rounder remarked that he looked very fit.
- He recounted the exchange to host Gaurav Kapoor following India’s Super 4 win over Bangladesh in Dubai.
- Sony Sports Network shared a short clip of the moment that was widely picked up by Indian sports outlets on September 25–26.
- Hardik Pandya is Mumbai Indians’ captain, having succeeded Rohit Sharma ahead of IPL 2024 and leading the team to the 2025 playoffs.
- The lighthearted anecdote circulated as India secured a place in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan in the UAE.