Hardik Pandya says an emotional goodbye to Ishan Kishan, who transferred to Sunrisers Hyderabad. He reflects on Kishan’s lively personality and the joy he brought to the team, emphasizing that his absence will be felt greatly by Mumbai Indians.

Sunrisers Hyderabad spent INR 11.25 crore to buy at the IPL mega-auction 2025. Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals were in contention as well but Hyderabad placed the highest bid to acquire the service of the southpaw.

Ishan Kishan, a key player for Mumbai Indians since 2018, was not retained by the team ahead of the 2025 IPL auction. Hardik Pandya shared a heartfelt message appreciating Kishan's contributions. Ishan was bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 11.

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya acknowledged the challenge of reacquiring Ishan Kishan in the IPL mega auction due to his valuable skill set. Kishan, previously unretained by MI, was acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 11.

Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya on Sunday said in a heartfelt video that the franchise's former star wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan will forever be their "pocket dynamo" and talked about youngster's seven-year-stint with the five-time champions.

Kishan was snapped up by last season's finalists Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 11.25 crore as Mumbai Indians quit bidding on the player once it reached Rs 3.20 crore. Kishan had a base price of Rs 2 crore.

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya admitted that the franchise knew it would be difficult to get Ishan Kishan in the IPL 2025 Auction. Kishan moved on from MI and joined Sunrisers Hyderabad.