Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya shared an emotional farewell message for Ishan Kishan following the latter’s high-profile move to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL 2025 mega auction. Kishan, a dynamic wicketkeeper-batter, was acquired by SRH for ₹11.25 crore after MI chose not to retain him ahead of the auction.
On Sunday, December 1, MI’s official X account posted a touching video of Pandya reflecting on Kishan’s departure, highlighting his invaluable contribution to the team over the years.
Hardik Pandya: “Ishan Was the Heartbeat of Our Dressing Room”
In the heartfelt video, Pandya described Kishan as the soul of MI’s dressing room, saying, “Ishan has been the ‘freshness’ and the ‘energy’ of the room. It was tough not retaining him because we knew the immense value he brings. He kept the dressing room light and made everyone smile.”
He added, “There will be fewer cake smashings and pranks without him. Ishan brought love and warmth that came naturally to him. He will always be MI’s pocket dynamo. We’ll miss him dearly and wish him success in his new journey.”
The video was a fitting tribute to Kishan, who joined MI in 2018 after debuting with Gujarat Lions in 2016. Over 89 matches with MI, Kishan scored 2,325 runs, including 15 half-centuries. His standout season came in 2020, amassing 516 runs at an average of 57.33 and contributing to MI’s title victories in 2019 and 2020.
Ishan Kishan Embarks on a New Chapter with SRH
As Kishan gears up to don the Sunrisers Hyderabad colors for the first time, SRH fans are excited to see his impact on the IPL 2024 finalists. Meanwhile, MI bids farewell to their beloved opener, celebrating his achievements and wishing him luck in his new chapter.
