New Delhi, November 11, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Punjab Kings (PBKS) CEO Satish Menon on Wednesday described the signing of all-rounder Hardik Pandya as an “important step” in the franchise’s pursuit of its maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title.
The BCCI formally announced Pandya’s move from Mumbai Indians (MI) to PBKS in a trade deal that sent left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh to the five-time champions ahead of the 2027 IPL season. The deal had reportedly been in the making for nearly a week.
PBKS have yet to win the IPL title, with their best performances coming in the 2014 and 2025 seasons, when they finished runners-up.
“We are delighted to welcome Hardik to the Punjab Kings family. He is a proven match-winner who brings tremendous experience, confidence and a winning mentality. His ability to change the course of a game with both bat and ball makes him a valuable addition to our squad.
“As we enter the 20th season of the IPL, our focus remains on building a team capable of competing at the highest level and bringing the trophy home to Punjab. Hardik’s arrival is an important step in that direction,” Menon said in a statement.
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Since making his IPL debut in 2015, Pandya has played 162 matches, scoring 2,955 runs and taking 82 wickets. He was part of Mumbai Indians’ title-winning campaigns in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020 before joining Gujarat Titans, whom he captained to the IPL title in 2022. He returned to MI in 2024 and took over as captain.
Pandya’s move to PBKS comes with an increase in his fee to Rs 18 crore from Rs 16.35 crore at MI. Arshdeep will join Mumbai Indians at his existing fee of Rs 18 crore. He made his IPL debut for Punjab in 2019 and has taken 111 wickets in 96 matches for the franchise, becoming its leading wicket-taker and one of its key bowling options. He is also India’s leading wicket-taker in men’s T20 Internationals.
Menon acknowledged Arshdeep’s contribution and described his departure as an emotional moment for the franchise.
“Arshdeep has been an integral part of Punjab Kings for many years, and this is also an emotional moment for us. We have seen him grow into one of the finest fast bowlers in the country, and we are incredibly proud of his journey.
“He has contributed immensely to the franchise, both on and off the field, and will always hold a special place in the Punjab Kings family. We thank him for everything and wish him continued success,” Menon added.
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