The Hardik Pandya trade: Which team will sign the India all-rounder from MI for IPL 2027?
· Yahoo Sports
The Hardik Pandya trade: Which team will sign the India all-rounder from MI for IPL 2027? originally appeared on Cricket News. Add Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- KKR emerges as the frontrunner to sign Hardik Pandya for IPL 2027.
- CSK offers Dube, Brevis and cash instead of Ayush Mhatre.
- Suryakumar Yadav's MI future also uncertain amid captaincy talks.
Who will land Hardik Pandya in IPL 2027 trade window?
After Rishabh Pant switched from Lucknow Super Giants to Delhi Capitals, cricket's next big trade conversation is centred on Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya, with speculation pointing toward two former IPL champions, Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings, both reportedly in the running for the star all-rounder.
Visit sport-tr.bet for more information.
Chennai Super Kings haven't reached the playoffs in three consecutive seasons, while Kolkata Knight Riders have suffered the same fate over the past two editions.
Reports suggest Chennai remains actively engaged in pursuing Pandya ahead of his expected departure from Mumbai. According to one report, Mumbai had initially requested young batter Ayush Mhatre alongside a cash component as part of any trade agreement involving their captain.
Chennai, however, are said to be reluctant to include Mhatre in the deal, instead proposing an alternative package featuring Dewald Brevis and Shivam Dube, along with ₹10 crore in cash.
Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders find themselves in a considerably different situation following their 2024 title triumph, having endured a difficult stretch since then. The three-time champions released title-winning captain Shreyas Iyer after that victorious campaign, handing leadership responsibilities to Ajinkya Rahane instead.
With Rahane's recent retirement announcement, Kolkata now faces a fresh leadership vacuum, needing a captain with a proven track record.
Pandya appears to check every box for Kolkata's requirements, offering both leadership experience and the kind of explosive, finishing ability in the middle order that West Indies' Andre Russell provided the franchise until 2025. According to a RevSportz report, a move to Kolkata is close to being finalised.
Despite the swirling speculation, a Mumbai Indians spokesperson firmly pushed back against claims that any trade talks were underway, telling Sportstar that the franchise's post-season review remains ongoing and that no conversations regarding player trades have actually taken place.
Meanwhile, a separate media report claims Lucknow Super Giants have entered the picture as well, reportedly offering Pandya both the captaincy and a package worth ₹25 crore.
MORE: Hardik stayed at his home before IPL stardom: Australia hopeful Jerrssis Wadia reveals
[BCCI/Sportzpics]
Which team has the highest chances to sign Hardik Pandya from MI?