Mumbai Indians’ Owner Nita Ambani Reveals How Andrew Symonds & Harbhajan Singh Became Friends

Published on Feb 17, 2025 05:39 pm IST

At the Harvard India Conference, Mumbai Indians, owner, Nita Ambani shared a fascinating inside story about the infamous 'Monkeygate' scandal that followed the 2008 Sydney Test and how it led to an unexpected bond between two cricketers. She recalled how Mumbai Indians brought together Harbhajan Singh and Andrew Symonds—who were once at the center of the controversy—in a special bonding session. During this session, both players openly addressed their past differences, paving the way for mutual understanding and teamwork. Not only did they go on to play together for Mumbai Indians, but their camaraderie played a crucial role in helping the team secure its first-ever IPL championship. Watch the video to know more.

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