- Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya betrayed his best friend. The franchise did not even show interest in buying him in the mega auction.. Now for this franchise….
Hardik Pandya will be seen captaining in IPL 2025. But, his best friend will not be seen playing for Mumbai Indians in the 18th season. It was believed that after being released, the franchise could buy Hardik’s friend in the mega auction. But, Nita Ambani placed a low bid and withdrew her hand. In such a situation, Pandya’s friend will be seen playing for this team in IPL 2025.
Mumbai Indians did not buy Hardik Pandya’s friend
Source: PTI
Hardik Pandya may miss his friend in IPL 2025. Because, his closest friend Ishan Kishan is no longer a part of Mumbai Indians. Ishan was a part of this team for the last 7 years. But, the franchise did not show any interest in buying him in the mega auction and he was bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad. After which a video of him came out. In which Kishan looked very emotional. Not only this, he also shared his memories related to the franchise.
Ishan Kishan was bought by SRH for 11.25 crores
Mumbai Indians ex-player Ishan Kishan will now be seen playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025. In the mega auction, Kavya Maran spent money like water to buy this player. Hyderabad team was successful in buying Ishan Kishan for 11.25 crores. Now he will be seen playing with a new franchise and a new team in the 18th season.
Has played 89 matches for Mumbai
Hardik Pandya’s friend Ishan Kishan has played an important role in making Mumbai Indians champion twice. He was part of the champions team in the years 2019 and 2020. Not only this, he played 89 matches for Mumbai Indians. In which he scored 2325 runs with the help of 15 half-centuries. Despite that, the franchise did not back its player in the auction.