Mumbai Indians (MI) are reportedly unhappy with the repeated leaks of internal information following their disappointing IPL 2026 campaign. According to a report by The Times of India, the franchise has faced dressing-room unrest and internal divisions since Hardik Pandya replaced Rohit Sharma as captain.
Mumbai Indians had a disappointing IPL 2026 season, finishing ninth in the table. The Hardik Pandya-led side failed to qualify for the playoffs after winning four of their 14 matches. Following the poor campaign, The Indian Express reported that the team management is considering removing Hardik as captain.
Mumbai Indians Concerned Over Dressing Room Leaks After Disappointing IPL 2026 Campaign
According to a report in The Times of India, disagreements within the Mumbai Indians dressing room have become a concern since Hardik Pandya‘s return to the franchise. The report stated that the management is worried about the repeated leaks of internal discussions and team matters into the public domain.
“Differences exist in almost every dressing room, but the division and bitterness at Mumbai Indians have been unusually high since Hardik returned. It doesn’t take an expert to see what’s happening, but for a franchise like Mumbai (Indians), which has always valued its core group, the constant leaks are a major concern. It’s a strong word, but it’s the reality. That dressing room has seen legends, captaincy transitions, and more, but it has never been like this,” said a source tracking developments.
According to the report, details from team meetings and internal discussions have surfaced regularly over the last three seasons. Mumbai Indians are reportedly focused on addressing these leaks before making major decisions regarding the squad and leadership structure.
Cryptic Social Media Posts Sparked Mumbai Indians’ Internal Concerns
Mumbai Indians management is unhappy with the controversies surrounding the team and the visible signs of division within the squad. The report claimed that the franchise is concerned about issues both on and off the field.
“These things don’t sit well with the management. A lot of public drama unfolded after some players posted emojis on social media, and it hasn’t stopped since. Whether it’s the visible divide in the dressing room, body language on the field, or the way they play, the issues are obvious.”
The report added that concerns first grew after cryptic social media posts from some MI players. With the situation attracting significant attention, the franchise reportedly wants to prevent internal matters from becoming public discussion points.
If Players Think They Can Take MI For A Ride, They Need To Rethink That – Report
Concerns within the Mumbai Indians extend beyond dressing-room divisions and information leaks. The report claimed that some players need to reassess their priorities, with the franchise unhappy about issues related to commitment and availability.
“If players think they can take MI for a ride, they need to rethink that. The priorities clearly aren’t right. Players are taking too long to return to action, and everyone just seems to be marking attendance.”
The report added that the Mumbai Indians are expected to review several matters once their players return from international duty. The franchise could hold important discussions in the coming months as it looks to rebuild and return to contention.
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