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Hardik Pandya's MI Exit: KKR, CSK Lead Chase
11 Aug
Summary
- Hardik Pandya could be traded from Mumbai Indians before IPL 2027.
- Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings are top contenders to sign him.
- Mumbai Indians might trade Pandya for Axar Patel from Delhi Capitals.
Hardik Pandya's retention by the Mumbai Indians for IPL 2027 for Rs 16.35 crore is under scrutiny following a disappointing IPL 2026 campaign. Reports indicate that Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings are the frontrunners to sign the all-rounder. His performance in IPL 2026 saw him score 206 runs and take only 4 wickets, a significant dip from previous seasons.
Mumbai Indians have reportedly initiated discussions with other franchises regarding Pandya and have also received inquiries. The franchise is exploring a potential trade involving Axar Patel from Delhi Capitals, who was retained for Rs 16.5 crore. This move could strengthen MI's spin bowling and batting depth, potentially allowing them to include an extra overseas pacer.
Pandya, who has shifted his base to Bengaluru, is understood to be recovering from a quadriceps injury. Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings are awaiting the appointment of a new head coach before making any decisions on potential trades involving Pandya, indicating a strategic approach to player management for the upcoming seasons.
