India, Nov. 2 -- Hardik Pandya could be at the centre of a major trade ahead of IPL 2027, with Kolkata Knight Riders reportedly renewing their interest in the Mumbai Indians all rounder. However, negotiations have hit a roadblock, with MI understood to be demanding fast bowler Harshit Rana and wicketkeeper batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi in exchange.

According to a report by The Telegraph, KKR are reluctant to release their key players, including Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy and Rinku Singh. With the IPL 2027 retention deadline approaching, both franchises face an important decision over a potential deal.

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