During the IPL Auction 2025 in Jeddah, Ishan Kishan was released by Mumbai Indians and joined Sunrisers Hyderabad for a whopping ₹11.25 crores. This marked the end of Kishan’s time with Mumbai Indians, as they decided not to retain him for the upcoming season. The bidding war for Kishan was intense, with Sunrisers Hyderabad emerging as the victors in acquiring his services.
In a heartwarming message shared by Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya, he expressed his affection and admiration for Kishan. Pandya referred to Kishan as the ‘freshness’ and ‘energy’ of the team, highlighting his ability to keep the dressing room light and make people smile. Pandya acknowledged that it would be challenging to replace Kishan due to his unique skillset and the positive impact he had on the team.
Reflecting on Ishan Kishan’s IPL career, it began in 2016 when he was bought by Gujarat Lions. He then moved to Mumbai Indians in 2018 and made significant contributions to the team, including being the highest run-scorer in the IPL 2020 season. Kishan’s talent and ability to hit sixes earned him recognition and a hefty price tag in the IPL auctions.
As Kishan embarks on a new journey with Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians bid farewell to their ‘pocket-dynamo’ with love and appreciation. The team will miss Kishan’s presence and the positivity he brought to the dressing room. Despite parting ways, the bond between Kishan and his former teammates remains strong, with memories of his contributions and camaraderie cherished.
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