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Hardik Pandya showcased extraordinary grit and leadership as he led Mumbai Indians to a thumping 100-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, even while nursing a painful eye injury. The MI skipper's brave all-around performance at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium not only inspired his team but also catapulted them to the top of the IPL 2025 points table. Despite suffering a serious injury just days before the high-stakes match, Pandya defied the odds and delivered a captain's knock when it mattered most.

Pandya's troubles began ahead of the game during a practice session when he attempted a sweep shot against a local spinner. The b...