Ishan Kishan, a key player for Mumbai Indians since 2018, was not retained by the team ahead of the 2025 IPL auction. Hardik Pandya shared a heartfelt message appreciating Kishan's contributions. Ishan was bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 11.

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya acknowledged the challenge of reacquiring Ishan Kishan in the IPL mega auction due to his valuable skill set. Kishan, previously unretained by MI, was acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 11.

Sunrisers Hyderabad spent INR 11.25 crore to buy at the IPL mega-auction 2025. Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals were in contention as well but Hyderabad placed the highest bid to acquire the service of the southpaw.

Ishan Kishan, previously a crucial player for Mumbai Indians, was not retained by the franchise and was instead acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 11.25 crore in the IPL 2025 auction. Kishan shared an emotional message on Instagram,

The bid began on Rs 2 crore, and MI straightaway got into action to ensure a reunion. Punjab Kings joined the action for the in-demand explosive wicketkeeper

Hardik Pandya says an emotional goodbye to Ishan Kishan, who transferred to Sunrisers Hyderabad. He reflects on Kishan's lively personality and the joy he brought to the team, emphasizing that his absence will be felt greatly by Mumbai Indians.

Kishan was snapped up by last season's finalists Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 11.25 crore as Mumbai Indians quit bidding on the player once it reached Rs 3.20 crore. Kishan had a base price of Rs 2 crore.

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya admitted that the franchise knew it would be difficult to get Ishan Kishan in the IPL 2025 Auction. Kishan moved on from MI and joined Sunrisers Hyderabad.