Hardik Pandya IPL Team



Hardik Pandya IPL Team [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/x.com]Hardik Pandya IPL Team [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/x.com]

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya is a name that gets every IPL fan excited. Known for his huge hits, sharp bowling, and electrifying fielding, Hardik has become one of the most entertaining players in the league.

His IPL journey started as a young all-rounder with Mumbai Indians, and over the years, he has played some unforgettable knocks and delivered clutch performances. Whether it’s smashing sixes at the death or leading his team to victory, Hardik knows how to steal the show.

Hardik Pandya IPL team​ history

Team
Year(s) Played
Auction History
Mumbai Indians2015Bought in Auction for INR 10 Lakh
Mumbai Indians2016Retained
Mumbai Indians2017Retained
Mumbai Indians2018Retained for INR 10 Crore
Mumbai Indians2019Retained
Mumbai Indians2020Retained
Mumbai Indians2021Retained
Gujarat Titans2022Bought in Mega Auction for INR 15 Crore
Gujarat Titans2023Retained
Mumbai Indians2024Traded for INR 15 Crore
Mumbai Indians2025Retained for INR 16.35 Crore

Hardik Pandya IPL team 2025​

Hardik Pandya kicked-off his IPL career in 2015 with Mumbai Indians for a base price of INR 10 lakh. He stayed with MI for seven seasons and turned into one of their most valuable players.

After being released ahead of the 2022 mega auction, Hardik was picked up by Gujarat Titans, where he was named captain. His tenure with GT turned out to be historic as he led them to the title in their first season itself. In 2024, he made a grand return to Mumbai Indians, taking over as captain from Rohit Sharma.

Despite an underwhelming run in IPL 2024, the MI management backed their captain, Hardik Pandya, and retained him for a hefty INR 16.35 Crores. Finishing last in the previous edition, the Indians came back stronger, ending the 18th season in 4th after strongly qualifying for the qualifiers. 

FAQs: Hardik Pandya IPL team

Q.1. In which IPL team is Hardik Pandya?

Ans. Indian star all-rounder Hardik Pandya began his IPL career with the Mumbai Indians and remains with the same team, apart from the 2022-23 season, when he played for the Gujarat Titans.

Q.2. What is Hardik Pandya's best run in the IPL?

Ans. Hardik Pandya’s highest score in the IPL is 91. His best bowling figures are 3 wickets for 17 runs.

Q.3. What is Hardik Pandya’s cast?

Ans. Hailing from Gujarat, Hardik Pandya is an Indian cricketer from a Brahmin family, according to Crictoday. 

Q.4. Is Hardik Pandya in RCB?

Ans. No, Hardik Pandya is not in RCB. However, His all-cash trade deal from the Gujarat Titans to the Mumbai Indians also involved Cameron Green’s trade to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.