Mumbai Indians (MI) batter Nehal Wadhera recently caught everyone’s attention when he was seen walking at Mumbai Airport wearing batting pads. Initially, it seemed like a lighthearted moment, but it turns out that Wadhera was actually being punished for being late to the batters’ meeting. The left-handed batsman deeply regrets his tardiness, especially considering the crucial meeting ahead of MI’s match against LSG.
#MumbaiIndians youngster #NehalWadhera turned all heads at Mumbai airport with his punishment #OOTD. He was captured with his pads on instead of traditional jumpsuit. According to our sources, #Nehal regrets being late for batters meeting. pic.twitter.com/vCzenvIWzC
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) May 13, 2023
The incident quickly went viral, and netizens were amused by the unique punishment handed out by MI. One user commented, “What a fantastic punishment!” Another expressed pity for Nehal Wadhera, understanding the embarrassment he must have felt. A humorous suggestion came from a user who joked, “Next time, if Wadhera is late for the meeting, MI should ask him to lift skipper Rohit Sharma.”
The punishment certainly caught the attention of fans, and it showcased MI’s creative approach to discipline within the team. It also served as a reminder to all players about the importance of punctuality and commitment to team meetings.