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Pandya to join Punjab Kings in trade deal with Mumbai Indians
Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to move to Punjab Kings in a player exchange that will see pacer Arshdeep Singh join Mumbai Indians. The trade between the two IPL franchises is pending BCCI ratification.
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Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings have agreed to a significant player trade ahead of the upcoming IPL auction, sources confirmed on Tuesday. Under the arrangement, Hardik Pandya will transfer to Punjab Kings while Arshdeep Singh moves to the five-time champions.
The move marks the end of Pandya's second stint with Mumbai Indians. An IPL source indicated that the all-rounder is satisfied with the prospect of playing under Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer, suggesting the decision was made by the franchise's leadership.
Arshdeep, who has been with Punjab Kings for an extended period, will now join Mumbai Indians. The pacer's development has been closely tied to his tenure with the Punjab-based franchise.
While both franchises have reportedly finalized the trade agreement, official confirmation remains pending BCCI approval. The exchange is expected to be ratified before the IPL auction, which is scheduled to take place later this month. Once approved, both players will become available for their respective new franchises during the upcoming tournament season.