Ishan Kishan bids an emotional farewell to Mumbai Indians, reflecting on memories and growth. He joins Sunrisers Hyderabad for IPL 2025, ready for new opportunities.
A Journey Filled with Growth and Memories
Ishan Kishan, the talented wicketkeeper-batsman, has bid an emotional farewell to the Mumbai Indians (MI) after an impactful journey.
In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Kishan expressed his gratitude for the support he received from the management, coaches, teammates, and fans throughout his time with the franchise.
Kishan stated, “So many memories with all of you, so many moments of joy, happiness, and growth.” His message highlighted the deep connection he formed with MI, the city of Mumbai, and its passionate fanbase known as the Paltan. He emphasized that this chapter of his career had a significant impact on his personal and professional development as a player.
During his time with Mumbai Indians, Kishan emerged as one of the key players in the squad. He played a crucial role in MI’s success over the years, contributing significantly to their five IPL titles. His explosive batting style and ability to perform under pressure made him a fan favorite. As he reflected on his journey, Kishan acknowledged how much he had grown both as a player and as an individual during his tenure with MI.
Kishan’s farewell message also recognized the support he received from various stakeholders within the franchise. He thanked the management and coaching staff for believing in him and providing opportunities to showcase his talent. Additionally, he expressed appreciation for the camaraderie shared with fellow players, stating that these friendships would last a lifetime.
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Looking Ahead to New Opportunities
Ishan Kishan will represent Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025 after being sold for ₹11.25 crore. This is a 26% pay cut from the ₹15.25 crore he earned with Mumbai Indians in 2022. Mumbai Indians started bidding at ₹2 crore but stopped at ₹3.20 crore during the auction. Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings engaged in a bidding war, but SRH joined late and secured him.
Kishan, known for his explosive batting, was with Mumbai Indians since the 2016 IPL season. He had his best IPL season in 2020, scoring 516 runs at an average of 57.33. Recently, he lost his place in India’s national team and central contract after a form slump. However, he worked hard in domestic cricket and represented India A against Australia A in recent matches.
Mumbai Indians retained Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, and Tilak Varma instead of Kishan. Sunrisers Hyderabad hopes his addition will strengthen their batting lineup for the upcoming season
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