NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians have shared a special message 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 the best for the journey ahead,” Mumbai Indians wrote on their social media handle.Pandya has moved to Punjab Kings for Rs 18 crore in a player trade.In return, PBKS have 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 received at PBKS.
Pandya ends second stint with Mumbai Indians
The move brings an end to Pandya’s second stint with Mumbai Indians. He won four IPL titles with the franchise.Pandya first joined MI in 2015 and played an important role in their title wins in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020 with his performances with both bat and ball.He returned to the team in 2024 and took over as captain from Rohit Sharma. However, Mumbai Indians struggled during this period.In 162 IPL matches, Pandya has scored 2,955 runs at a strike rate of 146.28. He has also taken 82 wickets.
Arshdeep joins Mumbai after eight seasons with PBKS
Arshdeep will now begin a new chapter with Mumbai Indians after spending eight seasons with Punjab Kings. He made his IPL debut for PBKS in 2019 and went on to become one of the leading left-arm fast bowlers in the tournament.Arshdeep has taken 111 wickets in 96 IPL matches. He is also Punjab Kings’ highest wicket-taker in the tournament.
