Mumbai Indians' captain, Hardik Pandya, may miss the upcoming IPL season due to an ankle injury, as confirmed by NDTV sources. The all-rounder, recently traded from Gujarat Titans to MI, has been out of action since injuring his ankle during a World Cup match against Bangladesh. His participation in the T20I series against Afghanistan is also uncertain. The injury casts a shadow over MI's plans, as Pandya was set to lead the franchise in the upcoming IPL, taking over from Rohit Sharma.

The setback comes after Pandya's successful leadership with Gujarat Titans, leading them to back-to-back IPL finals and clinching the trophy in their debut season. If true, this development could impact both Team India and Mumbai Indians significantly, adding an element of uncertainty to their strategies for the upcoming season.