Shubman Gill addressed the swirling speculation of an ‘ego clash’ with Hardik Pandya by posting a story on his official Instagram account.
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Shubman Gill Shuts Down Rift Rumours with Hardik Pandya After IPL Eliminator Drama
Shubman Gill has put an end to widespread rumours of a rift with Hardik Pandya following their intense IPL 2025 Eliminator clash. The high-voltage match between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians at the New PCA Stadium in Mullanpur wasn’t just a battle for survival—it also ignited social media chatter over the duo’s apparent coldness towards each other.
It all began at the toss, where a seemingly awkward moment between the two—Gill appearing to ignore Hardik’s handshake—sparked speculation. The drama intensified when Hardik dismissed Gill in the second innings and celebrated passionately, shouting “Come on!” as teammates rushed in. Fans and media were quick to interpret it as an “ego clash” between the two former Gujarat Titans stalwarts.
However, Gill has now dismissed all such claims with a clear and heartfelt message on Instagram. He posted a collage featuring himself and Hardik with the caption: “Nothing but love (Don’t believe everything you see on the internet).”
MI advance to final
With Mumbai Indians set to face Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, the spotlight now returns to on-field action. MI, coming off a dominant performance in the Eliminator, will be aiming to book a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Meanwhile, Shubman Gill’s IPL 2025 campaign has come to an end, but the young star’s journey continues on an even bigger stage. Gill is set to return to action as he prepares to lead India in the opening Test of the five-match series against England, beginning June 20 at Headingley. It will mark Gill’s debut as India’s Test captain—a major milestone in his burgeoning career.
Having already impressed in the white-ball formats and in the IPL, Gill now faces the challenge of guiding a transitioning Indian Test side in English conditions. As MI chase their sixth IPL title and Gill steps into the leadership spotlight, both narratives reflect the evolving face of Indian cricket—one rooted in fierce competition, mutual respect, and rising stars taking center stage.
