In a nostalgic video released by Mumbai Indians on Tuesday, fans were left wondering: Is Kieron Pollard returning to the field? The clip shows the legendary West Indian all-rounder at the nets, casually hitting some classic big shots—instantly stirring excitement across the fanbase.

The franchise captioned the video with an emotional throwback line:
“𝘒𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘯𝘢𝘩𝘪 𝘣𝘢𝘥𝘭𝘢 𝘺𝘢𝘢𝘳… 𝘢𝘢𝘫 𝘣𝘩𝘪 𝘴𝘢𝘣 𝘬𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘸𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘬𝘢 𝘸𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘢 𝘩𝘪 𝘩𝘢𝘪!”—
hinting at the powerful Pollard speical shots which he brings to the franchise, even post-retirement.

But is Pollard actually returning?

Despite the buzz, there is no indication that Pollard is making an on-field comeback. The West Indian legend officially retired from the IPL in 2022 and was appointed batting coach for Mumbai Indians shortly after. The video appears more symbolic—highlighting his continued presence and mentorship rather than suggesting a return to playing duties.

What’s next for Mumbai Indians?

Mumbai Indians are set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad at Wankhede on April 17, in what could be a must-win for both sides. With two wins in six matches, MI currently sit seventh on the points table. A victory could revive their playoff hopes, and while Pollard won’t be out in the middle, his influence remains strong in the dressing room.

So, while fans may wish for a fairytale comeback, as of now, Kieron Pollard is not returning as a player, but his presence continues to power the MI spirit.

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