New Delhi, June 23 -- Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya has been on radar of two Indian Premier League (IPL) teams in its transfer window for a potential trade. While one came from three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the other interesting party is inaugural season winners Rajasthan Royals.

Hardikm who started his IPL career with Mumbai Indians in 2015, went to Gujarat Titans in 2022. Leading the franchise for the first time, Hardik won Gujarat Titans the title on debut season, before leading them to a runners-up finish in 2023. He returned to Mumbai Indians in 2024 as captain.

However, his second homecoming haven't been on the smoother side, as the five-time champions have entered the playoffs just once in last three se...