Hardik Pandya IPL



Hardik Pandya IPL (Source:@CricCrazyJohns,x.com)
Hardik Pandya IPL (Source:@CricCrazyJohns,x.com)

India's dynamic all-rounder, Hardik Pandya, has had a remarkable journey in the cricketing world. Since 2013, he has been a stalwart for the Baroda cricket team, showcasing his talent and tenacity time and again.

However, it was in the high-octane arena of the Indian Premier League (IPL) where Hardik Pandya truly came into his own. So, in this article, let's delve into his IPL career, statistics, salary, and records.

Hardik Pandya IPL Career

Hardik Pandya IPL Career (Source:@CricCrazyJohns,x.com)Hardik Pandya IPL Career (Source:@CricCrazyJohns,x.com)

Hardik Pandya's IPL journey started in 2015 when he was drafted into the Mumbai Indians squad.

Despite his stellar contributions, Pandya's stint with Mumbai Indians came to an end ahead of the IPL 2022 mega auction. However, this marked the beginning of a new chapter in his IPL journey as he was signed by the newly formed franchise, Gujarat Titans. He was also appointed as the captain of the team, and fortunately, he rose to the occasion, leading GT to their maiden IPL title in 2022.

The following season saw Pandya's Gujarat Titans once again reaching the finals, although they fell short of clinching the title. 

In IPL 2024, Pandya returned to the Mumbai Indians after a two-season hiatus. Not only did he rejoin the franchise, but was also appointed as the captain succeeding Rohit Sharma.

Hardik Pandya IPL Team

Hardik Pandya IPL Team (Source:@Shebas_10dulkar,x.com)Hardik Pandya IPL Team (Source:@Shebas_10dulkar,x.com)

Hardik Pandya started his IPL journey with Mumbai Indians in 2015. From then on, Pandya became synonymous with power-hitting, agile fielding, and delivering crucial overs with the ball.

He was with MI till 2021, the star all-rounder then joined Gujarat Titans, and his IPL journey took a new turn. However, in 2024, he returned to Mumbai and was appointed as the captain. So ahead of IPL 2025, MI retained Hardik Pandya at a price of ₹16.35 crore.

Hardik Pandya IPL Salary​

Hardik Pandya IPL Salary​ (Source:@Jixo780,x.com)Hardik Pandya IPL Salary​ (Source:@Jixo780,x.com)

Hardik Pandya's IPL salary is ₹16.35 crore. He joined Mumbai Indians in 2025 through the pre-auction draft for ₹16.35 crore. 

Having won the IPL in his first year with Gujarat Titans, earlier Hardik continued to earn Rs 15 crore in 2023. However, it is important to note that Hardik started his IPL journey at the base price of ₹10 lakh.

Hardik Pandya IPL Stats (Batting)

Year
Matches

Runs
Average
SR
20251522424.88163.50
20241421618.00
143.04
20231634630.38
145.86
20221548731.45136.76
20211212744.27131.27
2020-211428114.11113.39
201916
40235.12
178.98
20181326044.66191.42
20171725028.88133.33
20161144
35.71156.25
201591126.2869.84

Hardik Pandya IPL Stats (Bowling)

Year
Matches
Wickets
Average
Economy
2025
151424.429.77
2024121135.1810.75
202316376.00 9.12
2022158
27.757.28
2021120--
2020-21140--
2019161427.859.17
2018131821.168.92
201717635.508.19
201611351.009.18
201591176.0010.35

FAQs: Hardik Pandya IPL

Q.1. What is Hardik Pandya's highest score in Tata IPL?

Hardik Pandya's highest score in the IPL is 91 runs off just 34 balls, achieved against the Kolkata Knight Riders.

Q.2. How many centuries does Hardik Pandya have?

Answer: Hardik Pandya has not scored any centuries in the IPL.

Q.3. Who will lead MI in IPL 2024?

Answer: In IPL 2024, Hardik Pandya is set to lead the Mumbai Indians as the team's captain.

Q.4. In which year did Hardik Pandya join IPL?

Answer: Hardik Pandya made his IPL debut in the year 2015, where he was selected by the Mumbai Indians.