The all-rounder will now represent Punjab Kings after Mumbai traded him to the franchise in exchange for Arshdeep Singh ahead of IPL 2027. With Shreyas Iyer continuing as Punjab's captain, Hardik is also set to take on a different role from the one he held during his second stint at Mumbai. Kaif feels the change could help him concentrate on his performances.
His performances, particularly his aggressive finishing and ability to contribute with the ball, established him as one of the league's leading all-rounders. However, Mumbai released him ahead of the 2022 season, allowing Gujarat Titans to bring him into their squad as captain.
After two successful years, Hardik returned to Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2024 and replaced Rohit Sharma as captain. However, his second stint did not produce the same results as his first. MI finished at the bottom of the table in 2024, reached the playoffs in 2025 and ended the 2026 campaign in ninth place.
It was a blunder by Hardik to leave GT - Mohammad Kaif
Reacting to the trade, Mohammad Kaif questioned Hardik's decision to leave Gujarat Titans after establishing himself as the team's leader. The former India batter suggested that his emotional connection with Mumbai may have influenced the move, but believes the switch affected his performances and captaincy.
It will be good for Hardik that he is not captain - Mohammad Kaif
At Punjab Kings, Hardik Pandya will play under Shreyas Iyer, who led the franchise to the IPL 2025 final and remains its captain. Kaif believes that not having leadership duties could work in the all-rounder's favour, particularly after the challenges of captaining Mumbai.
"At PBKS, he should look to regain his form as a batter, a bowler, and a finisher. There is no doubt that he is a great player. So it is good that he is not the captain. He can focus on his game. Being an all-rounder and a captain is all the more difficult," Mohammad Kaif stated.
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