Punjab Kings acquire Hardik Pandya in swap with Mumbai Indians
Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia said the club’s acquisition of all-rounder Hardik Pandya from Mumbai Indians is a long-term move that bolsters the team’s experience and confidence ahead of the next IPL auction. Mumbai Indians, facing Pandya’s departure, said they are weighing former captain Rohit Sharma and vice-captain Tilak Varma as possible successors.
The IPL confirmed that the trade sent Pandya to Punjab Kings while left-arm bowler Arshdeep Singh moved to Mumbai Indians. Former India batsman Abhinav Mukund had earlier questioned how Pandya would be used alongside Shreyas Iyer if the deal went through.