Ishan Kishan, the star Indian wicket-keeper batter, took to social media and shared a heartfelt farewell post for Mumbai Indians (MI) after his six-year journey with the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise ended ahead of the IPL 2025 season. MI did not retain Kishan ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auctions and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) acquired the left-handed batter for a handsome sum of Rs 11.25 crore.
Ishan, who became a part of the Mumbai Indians franchise in 2018, emerged as one of the team’s key players. Over his tenure with the Mumbai-based team, he featured in 89 IPL matches, amassing 2,325 runs at an average of 29.80, with a personal best score of 99.
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Kishan Thanks MI Franchise, Teammates, Fans And City Of Mumbai
The 26-year-old shared an emotional farewell message on social media, expressing his gratitude for the memories, joy and growth he experienced with MI, the city of Mumbai and the fanbase. He thanked the management, coaches and teammates too for their support, noting that the memories will stay with him forever.
“So many memories with all of you, so many moments of joy, happiness and growth. MI, Mumbai, and the paltan will always remain in my heart. I’ve grown as a person and a player with all of you by my side. We say goodbye with memories that will stay with me for life. Thank you to the management, coaches, the players I’ve played with and all you fans for always being in my corner,” said Ishan Kishan.
At the IPL 2025 mega auction, MI initially bid for Kishan at his base price of Rs 2 crore but stopped at ₹3.20 crore. Delhi Capitals, in need of a wicketkeeper-batter after not retaining Rishabh Pant, engaged in a fierce bidding battle with Punjab Kings. However, it was SRH who entered the fray late and secured his services for Rs 11.25 crore.