In the latest update leading up to the IPL 2024 auction, there’s solid confirmation that the renowned Indian all-rounder, Hardik Pandya, is making a move back to his previous team, the Mumbai Indians, after being traded from the Gujarat Titans.
Shortly after the Gujarat Titans made the announcement that they would be retaining all-rounder and captain Hardik Pandya for the upcoming 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) auctions, recent reports indicate that the 30-year-old player has been traded back to his former team, the Mumbai Indians.
Despite being initially listed among the retained players by GT as the retention deadline loomed, Pandya is now part of the trade within the open window, which extends until seven days before the IPL auction in Dubai on December 19. The transfer involves a cash-only transaction, with Mumbai Indians not releasing any player to Gujarat Titans. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the IPL have officially approved the deal, although the specific value of the trade is still to be clarified. Pandya’s league fee for the upcoming year is ₹15 crore.
Star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya’s return to the Mumbai Indians from the Gujarat Titans has been confirmed, marking a significant move in the IPL trading scene. Contrary to initial reports of a cash trade of INR 15 crore, Gujarat Titans retained Pandya ahead of IPL 2024’s retention deadline. However, a recent development revealed that Pandya will indeed join the Mumbai Indians, and the official deal between the franchises is set for November 26.
Pandya, who excelled as the captain of the Gujarat Titans since the 2022 auction, guided the team to victory in their debut season and led them to the IPL 2023 final, narrowly losing to MS Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and IPL sources have confirmed the formal approval of the trade, suggesting that Pandya’s addition to Mumbai’s squad could be a game-changer.
As Mumbai Indians aim for their sixth IPL title, the star all-rounder might be the crucial element they need. Mumbai finished fourth in the IPL 2023 standings with 16 points in 14 matches, and the impact of Pandya’s presence on the team remains an intriguing aspect to watch.
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