There was competition among franchises to take Hardik Pandya in the team, one even offered captaincy.

New Delhi: Discussions have intensified regarding the possible transfer of players before IPL 2027. Meanwhile, a report has claimed that Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has started serious efforts to include Mumbai Indians (MI) star all-rounder Hardik Pandya in their team. It is being told that several rounds of talks have taken place between KKR and Mumbai Indians in this regard.

Captaincy offer became a big attraction

According to the report, KKR is looking at Hardik Pandya not just as a player but as the captain of the team. It is believed that the franchise is looking for a strong leadership option for the future and considers Hardik to be the best fit for the role.

After the team’s performance last season, questions were also raised regarding the captaincy. In such a situation, KKR is considering handing over the command of the team to an experienced Indian player.

Questions on future in Mumbai Indians

The performance of Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026 was not as per expectations. The team failed to make it to the playoffs, after which speculations about Hardik Pandya’s future intensified.

His activities on social media and various reports also fueled these discussions. However, till now neither Hardik nor Mumbai Indians have made any official statement regarding any possible transfer.

Rajasthan Royals were also in the race

The report also claims that Rajasthan Royals had also tried to explore the possibility of bringing Hardik into their team, but in the current circumstances, Rajasthan seems to be lagging behind in this race.

What does the rule say?

According to IPL rules, for the transfer of any player, the consent of the concerned franchise and the player is necessary. At present this matter is at the stage of discussion and negotiation, but if an agreement is reached then it can prove to be one of the most talked about trades in IPL history.