IPL transfers: Mumbai Indians trade Markande for Rutherford

The legspinner will go to Delhi Capitals and will be replaced by all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford, known for his big-hitting.

July 31, 2019 04:42 pm | Updated July 13, 2021 09:28 am IST - Mumbai

 
The 21-year-old Mayank Markande has picked up 16 wickets in his 17 matches for Mumbai Indians.

The 21-year-old Mayank Markande has picked up 16 wickets in his 17 matches for Mumbai Indians.

Four-time Indian Premier League champions Mumbai Indians have traded leg-spinner Mayank Markande with Delhi Capitals for West Indies all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford.

“We wish Mayank the very best for his future. Mayank is a brilliant talent and we were fortunate to have spotted and nurtured him early. It is a difficult decision for us, but we are releasing Mayank for better cricketing prospects and know that Mayank is on the cusp of emerging as yet another shining star of Indian cricket. He will always be a part of the Mumbai Indians family,” owner Akash Ambani said in a statement.

“I am excited to welcome the talented Sherfane into our family. Sherfane has impressed us with his all-round skills and match-winning attitude. His exploits across the world at such an early stage of his career has been impressive and we believe he will find his home at Mumbai Indians.”

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