IPL Trading: Mumbai Indians trade Mayank Markande with Delhi Capitals' Sherfane Rutherford

Defending Champions Mumbai Indians have traded leg-spinner Mayank Markande with Delhi Capitals for twenty year old West Indies and Guyana all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford. With leg-spinner Rahul Chahar performing way above expectations, the MI think thank has taken the right decision by investing in the explosive all-rounder from Guyana.

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Mumbai Indians owner Akash Ambani said, "We wish Mayank the very best for his future. He 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 him for better cricketing prospects and know that he is on the cusp of emerging as yet another shining star of Indian cricket. He will always be a part of Mumbai Indians family."

The leg-spinner caught the attention of one and all with his impressive leg-breaks and deceptive googlies. He played a crucial role in the 2018 edition of the Indian Premier League. He has played 17 matches for Mumbai Indians and has picked up 16 wickets at an average of 26.69. He also got a game for the national side in the shortest format of the game. He made his debut against Australia early this year.

On this note, Akash Ambani also welcomed the explosive all-rounder from Guyana, "I am excited to welcome the talented Sherfane into our family. He 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 have been impressive and we believe he finds his home at MI."