'I Know You Will...': Hardik Pandya's Confident Message As He Completes Switch From Gujarat Titans To Mumbai Indians

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Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:36:14 IST
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Returning to the Mumbai Indians (MI) franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Hardik Pandya took a moment to reflect on his journey with the five-time champions. After two successful years with the Gujarat Titans, the seasoned all-rounder expressed his sentiments about rejoining the team where his career commenced in 2015.


"I am back. Rohit , Bumrah, Surya, Ishan, Polly (Pollard), Malinga . Come on, let's begin. Obviously, the feeling of coming back to Mumbai is very special for a lot of reasons. How my cricketing journey started in 2015 with MI, them noticing me in 2013...when I look back...how my span of 10 years has been something very special. It has not sunk in yet that finally, I am back where my whole cricketing journey started. I have achieved all the possible things. They have been the most important part of my life," shared Hardik in a video posted by MI.


He highlighted the special bond he shares with the MI owners and the fans, emphasizing the emotional aspect of returning to his cricketing home.


"Special bond with Akash and the whole family. They have been with me through thick and thin and it is much more emotional because it feels like I am coming back to my home. I am coming back to my family where it all started. Paltan, you supported me the first time and all the memories have a special place in my heart and all the memories have a special place in my heart. I know you will back me once again. We created history as a team and now I am looking forward to creating some wonderful moments with the boys once again. Mere hardik swagat ke liye , thank you," expressed Hardik.

Hardik's association with MI spanned 92 matches from 2015 to 2021, where he scored 1,476 runs at an average of 27.33 and a strike rate of over 153. His contributions included four half-centuries and a best score of 91. Additionally, he showcased his bowling prowess, taking 42 wickets for the team, with the best bowling figures of 3/20.