In a notable move, Gujarat Titans announced on Sunday that they have retained star all-rounder Hardik Pandya as their captain for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season, dispelling rumours of a potential switch to Mumbai Indians ahead of the December 19 auction.

The speculation surrounding Hardik's future came to an end as the retention deadline concluded at 4 pm IST, solidifying his presence with the Titans for the 2024 edition of the IPL. Despite earlier rumours of a potential all-cash deal with Mumbai, Hardik and the Titans have chosen to continue their journey together, at least for the upcoming season.

While the current trading window remains open until December 12, leaving room for potential changes, the Mumbai camp made significant news by releasing express pacer Jofra Archer, currently recovering from an elbow surgery.