Hardik Pandya, an eternal fan favorite with the MI Paltan, will reunite with the Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2024.
Mrs Nita M Ambani said, “We are thrilled to welcome Hardik back home! It’s a heartwarming reunion with our Mumbai Indians family! From being a young scouted talent of Mumbai Indians to now being a Team India star, Hardik has come a long way, and we’re excited for what the future holds for him and Mumbai Indians!”
Speaking about Hardik’s return, Mr Akash Ambani said, “Seeing Hardik back at Mumbai Indians makes me very happy. It is a happy homecoming. He provides great balance to any team he plays for. Hardik’s first stint with the MI family was hugely successful, and we hope he achieves even more success in his second stint.”
Hardik’s return marks his homecoming to the #OneFamily, where he joins forces again with Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, and the team. He first came to prominence for MI and then went on to debut for India in 2016. India’s premier all-rounder played a key role in MI’s four triumphs in the IPL between 2015 to 2021.
About Mumbai Indians
Since its inception in 2008, the Mumbai Indians franchise has been one of the most successful teams in the Indian Premier League. It is owned by Indiawin Sports Pvt. Ltd, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries, one of India’s largest conglomerates.
Today, MI is a global cricketing force, with five T20 teams spanning three continents and four countries, including both men and women. The year 2023 marked a pivotal moment for the franchise as it established Mumbai Indians in the women’s Premier League, along with MI Cape Town in SA20, MI Emirates in ILT20, and MI New York in MLC.
Over 16 years, MI’s dedication and commitment to improving the cricketing ecosystem have resulted in 9 league titles, including 5 IPL championships, 2 Champions League victories, and the inaugural WPL and MLC wins in 2023. MI’s achievements and philosophy have won the love of over 50 million fans on its social media.
Committed to the ethos of One Family, MI also serves as a nursery for emerging talents, fostering growth from the grassroots. MI’s impact transcends the boundaries of the sporting field. The initiative, ‘Education and Sports for All (ESA),’ underlines their dedication to making a positive difference in society.