Hardik Pandya leaves Mumbai Indians: Franchise shares farewell message

Hardik Pandya (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians have shared a special piece of news for Hardik Pandya after the all-rounder moved to Punjab Kings (PBKS) ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.“Thank you Hardik for representing the Blue and Gold with passion and pride. We wish you all the best in your journey ahead,” Mumbai Indians wrote on their social media.Pandya moved to Punjab Kings for Rs 18 crore in player swap.In return, PBKS sent fast bowler Arshdeep Singh to Mumbai Indians.According to an IPL statement, Pandya’s new fee is higher than his previous salary of Rs 16.35 crore. Arshdeep, meanwhile, will continue to earn Rs 18 crore, the same amount he got in PBKS.

Pandya ends second stint with Mumbai Indians

The move marks the end of Pandya’s second stint with Mumbai Indians. He has won four IPL titles with this franchise.Pandya first joined MI in 2015 and played an important role in winning the title in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020 with his performances with both bat and ball.He returned to the team in 2024, taking over as captain from Rohit Sharma. However, Mumbai Indians struggled in this period.In 162 IPL matches, Pandya has scored 2,955 runs at a strike rate of 146.28. He also took 82 wickets.

Arshdeep joins Mumbai after eight seasons with PBKS

Arshdeep will now start a new chapter with Mumbai Indians after spending eight seasons with Punjab Kings. He made his IPL debut for PBKS in 2019 and has emerged as one of the premier left-arm fast bowlers in the tournament.Arshdeep took 111 wickets in 96 IPL matches. He is also the highest wicket taker for Punjab Kings in the tournament.

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