Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill has put an end to swirling rumours of a rift with Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya following a viral video from the IPL 2025 Eliminator.
On the evening of May 31, Gill took to Instagram to share photos of himself smiling with Pandya, accompanied by a clear message: “Nothing but love. (Don’t believe everything you see on the internet) @hardikpandya93.”
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The story, though brief, was enough to calm fans and dismiss speculation that the two Indian stars were not on good terms. Gill’s post served as a public clarification that there is mutual respect between the two players and that the perceived tension may have been exaggerated online.
The controversy began after a video clip from the toss went viral on social media. In the footage, Hardik Pandya extended his hand for a shake, but Gill appeared to walk past without acknowledging it. The clip immediately drew attention, with many interpreting it as a deliberate snub.
Adding to the drama, when Gill was dismissed early in the match for just 1 run, Pandya was seen celebrating animatedly, further fuelling the narrative.
However, Gill’s calm and composed response on social media has seemingly ended the speculation.
On the evening of May 31, Gill took to Instagram to share photos of himself smiling with Pandya, accompanied by a clear message: “Nothing but love. (Don’t believe everything you see on the internet) @hardikpandya93.”
Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel.
The story, though brief, was enough to calm fans and dismiss speculation that the two Indian stars were not on good terms. Gill’s post served as a public clarification that there is mutual respect between the two players and that the perceived tension may have been exaggerated online.
The controversy began after a video clip from the toss went viral on social media. In the footage, Hardik Pandya extended his hand for a shake, but Gill appeared to walk past without acknowledging it. The clip immediately drew attention, with many interpreting it as a deliberate snub.
Gill and Hardik didn't shake hands during toss time. It seemed like Hardik wanted to shake hands with Gill, but the latter was not at all interested. What's brewing up btwn them?? 🤔 Your thoughts on this... #GTvMI #TATAIPL #Eliminator #TheLastMile pic.twitter.com/CtfZP1fJ3z
— 𝘾𝙍𝙄𝘾𝙆𝙀𝙏 𝘾𝙍𝘼𝙕𝙔 𝘼𝘿𝙄𝙏𝙔𝘼 🤓🏏 (@imAditya168_) May 31, 2025
Adding to the drama, when Gill was dismissed early in the match for just 1 run, Pandya was seen celebrating animatedly, further fuelling the narrative.
However, Gill’s calm and composed response on social media has seemingly ended the speculation.
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