New Delhi: In a major player exchange ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 season, Hardik Pandya has moved from Mumbai Indians (MI) to Punjab Kings (PBKS), while left-arm fast bowler Arshdeep Singh will join the five-time champions. The Indian Premier League officially confirmed the high-profile trade on Wednesday, November 11.
Under the deal, Pandya will join Punjab Kings for a revised fee of ₹18 crore, increased from his existing contract of ₹16.35 crore. Arshdeep will move to Mumbai Indians at his existing fee of ₹18 crore.
The exchange brings together two prominent India internationals, with Punjab acquiring an experienced all-rounder and Mumbai strengthening its pace-bowling options.
Hardik Pandya begins a new chapter with Punjab Kings
Pandya’s move brings an end to his second stint with Mumbai Indians. He first joined the franchise in 2015 and became an important part of its title-winning campaigns in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020.
After seven seasons with Mumbai, he moved to Gujarat Titans ahead of the 2022 IPL season. His leadership made an immediate impact as Gujarat won the title in its debut season. The team also reached the final in 2023.
Pandya returned to Mumbai Indians in 2024 and took over the captaincy. His departure now marks another significant change in his IPL career, with Punjab Kings becoming his third franchise in the tournament.
According to the IPL’s official announcement, Pandya has scored 2,955 runs at a strike rate of 146.28 and taken 82 wickets in 162 IPL matches. His experience as a middle-order batter and seam-bowling all-rounder gives Punjab an additional option in both departments.
Arshdeep Singh ends eight-season association with Punjab
Arshdeep Singh’s move to Mumbai Indians marks the end of his long association with Punjab Kings. He made his IPL debut for the franchise in 2019 and gradually established himself as one of the competition’s prominent left-arm fast bowlers.
The 27-year-old has taken 111 wickets in 96 IPL matches, making him Punjab Kings’ all-time leading wicket-taker. His ability to take early wickets with the new ball and bowl during the death overs has made him an important part of the team’s bowling attack.
Arshdeep claimed 21 wickets in the 2025 season and followed it with 14 wickets in 2026. He will now bring his left-arm pace and experience to Mumbai Indians, adding another specialist option to their bowling unit.
His existing contract value of ₹18 crore remains unchanged under the trade.
What the trade means for both franchises
The exchange gives Punjab Kings an experienced international all-rounder who has played in multiple IPL title-winning campaigns. Pandya’s batting, bowling and leadership experience could provide the franchise with additional flexibility when planning its combination for the 2027 season.
For Mumbai Indians, Arshdeep’s arrival strengthens the pace attack with a left-arm option capable of operating in different phases of an innings. His record with Punjab and experience in international T20 cricket make him a significant addition.
The deal also marks the end of Pandya’s second stint at Mumbai, where he returned in 2024 and was appointed captain. Arshdeep, meanwhile, will be representing a second IPL franchise after spending eight seasons with Punjab.
Official confirmation ahead of IPL 2027
The IPL’s media advisory confirmed the transfer and the revised contract fees for both players. The announcement followed reports and speculation about a possible exchange between the franchises in the days leading up to the confirmation.
The trade is among the major developments ahead of the IPL 2027 player auction and retention process. With two established India internationals changing teams, both franchises will now prepare for the next season with notable changes to their squads.
Pandya will wear Punjab Kings’ colours in the upcoming edition, while Arshdeep will take up a new role with Mumbai Indians.