Hardik Pandya has moved from Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings. Meanwhile, fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has joined Mumbai Indians from Punjab Kings. This deal had been under discussion for several days. Now, it has been finalized.

BCCI approves trade of Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh

The biggest trade deal in IPL history has been officially sealed. The BCCI has approved the trade deal between Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh, according to a media report. The report, citing internal sources within the BCCI and the franchises, stated that the deal has been formally approved. An official announcement is expected any time now. The report states that the official approval was received around noon, and both franchises have been formally informed of the BCCI's approval.

Cricbuzz reports that the trade deal between Hardik and Arshdeep has been approved. The report also confirms that there has been no change in the salaries of both players. Hardik Pandya will receive ₹16.35 crore (16.35 crore) from Punjab Kings, while Arshdeep Singh will receive ₹18 crore (18 crore) from Mumbai Indians.

This caused a delay in the deal.

The deal, which began about a week ago, was reportedly delayed as the players involved took time to sign the documents. After further discussions with their respective franchises, the players finally agreed to the deal, and both franchises expressed their interest to the BCCI.

Now, the most interesting question is whether Hardik Pandya will play for Punjab Kings as a captain or as a player. This remains to be seen. Punjab Kings' captain is Shreyas Iyer, who also captains India's T20 team. In such a situation, it seems unlikely that Punjab Kings will replace him with Hardik Pandya. Hardik can only play for Punjab Kings as a player. However, in Team India, Hardik Pandya will also have to play under Shreyas Iyer's captaincy. Therefore, he should have no problem playing under Iyer in the IPL.