5 Best signings by Mumbai Indians (MI) in IPL history

Hardik Pandya

Many might be surprised to see Hardik Pandya‘s name in this list; however, there is nothing to be surprised. The all-rounder was picked by Mumbai Indians in 2015 IPL Auctions for just 10 Lakh INR. The Baroda-born has been a regular player in MI’s playing XI since his first season. His improved performance was acknowledged, and he made his international debut for Team India next year in 2016.

His batting potential and skills were known to all but he also worked on his bowling which was evident in IPL 2018 as finished the season as the leading wicket-taker for his team. Hardik had a bowling average of 21.16 and a strike rate of 14.22 which were the best for any Mumbai Indians bowler in that edition. The junior Pandya brother averaged over 44 and struck above 190 and had set the stage on fire in the Indian Premier League this year. The 25-year-old’s confidence level was sky-high who was instrumental in MI’s triumph.

No ground is big enough for Hardik when he gains the momentum as clears the ropes easily due to the muscle power he possesses. The dashing all-rounder from Baroda has the capability of finishing the games even in tough situations. The best is yet to come out of Hardik for both Mumbai Indians and the Indian team. The MI fans will expect the swashbuckling player to continue his heroics in the upcoming seasons.