Goa, Nov. 13 -- India star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has broken his silence following his blockbuster trade from Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League season. In a high-profile direct swap officially confirmed by the league, Pandya moves to Punjab at an upgraded fee of Rs 18 crore-up from his previous Rs 16.35 crore contract-while left-arm fast bowler Arshdeep Singh heads to Mumbai at his existing valuation of Rs 18 crore.

Shortly after the announcement, Pandya took to Instagram to share his first public reaction, offering a warm greeting to his new franchise and putting an immediate end to any speculation regarding leadership dynamics within the squad. Directly addressing skipper Shreyas Iyer and head co...