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Mumbai or Punjab, Hardik Pandya unlikely to get captaincy in IPL 2027

Hardik Pandya may be on the move before the 2027 Indian Premier League season, with Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings currently negotiating a potential trade involving Arshdeep Singh. Despite the ongoing discussions, the all-rounder is not expected to hold a leadership position at either club.

Mumbai is reportedly moving toward reinstating Rohit Sharma as captain, while Punjab intends to retain Shreyas Iyer in that role. The deal remains unfinalized as both franchises evaluate the logistics of the swap ahead of the upcoming mini-auction in Goa.

Fitness concerns regarding Pandya, who has been sidelined since the conclusion of the previous campaign, remain a key factor in the deliberations. The deadline for player retention has been pushed to November 17, giving both teams additional time to reach an agreement.

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