After so much confusion and speculation over the last 24 hours, IPL finally officially confirmed Hardik Pandya's trade from Gujarat Titans to Mumbai Indians. The five-time champions welcomed the India all-rounder in style while Hardik too reacted after returning to his old franchise.
Gujarat Titans stunned everyone by retaining captain Hardik Pandya while Mumbai Indians released as many as 11 players, including overseas stars Jofra Archer, Tristan Stubbs, Duan Jansen, Jhye Richardson, Riley Meredith, and Chris Jordan.
IPL retention Live updates: Big day in IPL arena before the December auctions as all the 10 teams including Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans have to submit the final list of players retained. The potential trade of Hardik Pandya from GT to MI will be confirmed today, if true. Follow for updates.
"The Hardik Pandya move back to Mumbai. It’s clearly happening. The first sign of transfer fees in cricket like Football !!?? It’s inevitable it would happen soon," Michael Vaughan said over Hardik's potential return to MI.
With just a day remaining for the trade window and retention deadline to close ahead of the auction for the 2024 edition of the IPL, the rumours have been rife for probably the biggest trade in the 16-year history of the cash-rich league. Here's a look at how many captains have been traded before-
Hardik Pandya reportedly rejoined five-time champions Mumbai Indians for the Indian Premier League 2024 season on Sunday. Hardik guided Gujarat Titans to glory in 2022 on their debut season and also helped them reach the finals of the 2023 edition.
Preparations for the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) are underway. While the official announcement on the auction date is yet to come, there are reports surfacing that it could take place on December 19. Before that, the transfer or trading window is open. Know everything about it...
Mumbai Indians became the first team to start their business in the IPL 2023 trade window by roping in Lucknow Super Giants all-rounder Romario Shepherd for INR 50 lakh. Teams are asked to submit their final list of released and retained players before November 26.
Shane Bond was one of the most feared pacers of his time and played a key role in helping Mumbai Indians claim four titles in the Indian Premier League (IPL) titles. He spearheaded New Zealand's pace attack during his playing career.
Lasith Malinga was a crucial part of the Mumbai Indians team as he helped the team in their successful run at the tournament. Malinga went to Rajasthan Royals in their support staff before returning to the MI setup.
Shane Bond was part of the MI backroom staff from 2015 onwards. The former New Zealand all-rounder has led the MI franchise to four IPL titles in his nine-year-long association with the team. The Kiwi legend has worked alongside Mahela Jayawardene and Mark Boucher in his stint with MI.
Lasith Malinga took 170 wickets in 122 Indian Premier League matches from 2009 to 2019 and remains Mumbai's leading wicket-taker in tournament history.
South Africa announced their squads for three-match T20I and five-match ODI series against Australia at home starting August 30.
Mumbai Indians gave a shoutout to a police officer by sharing a video of him rattling the batters' stumps at high pace, which has gone viral on the internet.
Tilak Varma after two outstanding seasons in the IPL received a maiden call-up for the Indian team and has already impressed many with his temperament and ability of ball-striking in the first two T20Is against West Indies.
Mumbai Indians lead the head-to-head record against Gujarat Titans but the latter will have a home advantage at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on Friday.
Mumbai Indians have won two of their three encounters against Gujarat Titans, including a 27-run win at Wankhede Stadium in a group-stage game this season.
Gujarat Titans are set to face Mumbai Indians in the second qualifier of IPL 2023. However, injury to a key player has left the defending champions worried ahead of the crunch clash.
Here's all you need to know about the pitch report and records at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Qualifier 2 and IPL 2023 final is set to be played at this venue.
Bottom-placed Sunrisers Hyderabad will target a consolation win in their last match in IPL 2023 while Mumbai Indians need two points to remain alive in the playoff qualification race.
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