IPL 2025: Hardik Pandya explains reasoning behind retiring Tilak Varma

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya explained the decision to retire out Tilak Varma during their 12-run loss against Lucknow Super Giants. Pandya cited the need for quick runs as the reason behind the move. Mumbai Indians fell short despite Suryakumar Yadav’s 67-run knock and Pandya’s five-wicket haul, conceding crucial extra runs that proved to be decisive.