Hardik Pandya had started his IPL journey with the Mumbai Indians.
Hardik Pandya expressed his gratitude to Gujarat Titans (GT) fans and the team management for his "unforgettable journey" with the franchise after he was traded to Mumbai Indians (MI) during the IPL 2024 transfer window.
The Indian all-rounder was traded to the Mumbai Indians (MI) earlier this week despite leading Gujarat Titans (GT) to their maiden IPL title in their debut season in 2022 and then guided the franchise to the final of the IPL in 2023.
But ahead of the IPL 2024 mini-auction, Hardik Pandya decided to move back to the MI, and after the move was confirmed on Monday, Hardik showed his appreciation for the love and support he received during his stint with the Gujarat Titans in the past two seasons.
Hardik Pandya took to X and wrote: “I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the fans, team, and management at Gujarat Titans. Being part of the team and leading it has been an absolute honor.
I am immensely thankful for the love and encouragement my family and I have received as a player and as an individual. The memories and experiences with GT will forever hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for the unforgettable journey.”
In 31 matches for GT, Pandya scored 833 runs at an average of 37.86 and a strike rate of over 133, with six half-centuries and a best score of 87*. He also took 11 wickets for the team, with the best figures of 3/17.
(ANI inputs)