Former Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shikhar Dhawan has stirred controversy by openly supporting Mumbai Indians (MI) to win IPL 2025, despite his past leadership role with PBKS. Speaking to India Today, Dhawan praised MI’s balanced squad and strong momentum, stating, “For the finals, my support will be with Mumbai Indians.”
Dhawan’s Statement and Its Impact
- Backing Mumbai Indians: Dhawan highlighted MI’s resurgence, calling them a well-balanced team with outstanding momentum.
- PBKS Fans React: Punjab Kings supporters expressed disappointment, questioning Dhawan’s loyalty to his former team.
- RCB vs PBKS vs MI Showdown: With PBKS facing MI in Qualifier 2, Dhawan’s comments have added fuel to the rivalry.
Dhawan’s IPL Journey and Legacy
Dhawan played for Mumbai Indians in 2009-2010 before moving to PBKS in 2022, where he captained the team for two seasons. Despite his leadership, PBKS failed to reach the playoffs, leading to his departure from the franchise.
Looking Ahead to the IPL 2025 Final
With RCB already in the final, the winner of PBKS vs MI Qualifier 2 will face them in the grand showdown on June 3. Dhawan’s endorsement of MI has intensified the stakes, making the upcoming matches even more thrilling.
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