Goa, July 26 -- Speculation over Hardik Pandya's potential move from Mumbai Indians to Chennai Super Kings has intensified, with two reported trade proposals emerging ahead of IPL 2027. While neither franchise has confirmed negotiations, the suggested packages indicate Mumbai Indians could gain more from the deal than Chennai.

One proposal involves CSK sending Shivam Dube and young opener Ayush Mhatre to Mumbai in exchange for Hardik. Another suggests Chennai retaining Mhatre but offering Dube, Dewald Brevis and an additional Rs.10 crore instead.

Although Hardik remains one of India's rare pace-bowling all-rounders and a proven leader, his IPL 2026 campaign was below expectations. He managed 206 runs without a half-century and picked up...