Hardik Pandya Joins PBKS, Arshdeep Moves to MI
Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings have completed a major player trade ahead of IPL 2027, with Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya moving to Punjab Kings and left-arm fast bowler Arshdeep Singh joining Mumbai Indians. The Indian Premier League officially confirmed the exchange on Wednesday, November 11, ending speculation surrounding the two players’ futures.
Hardik Pandya Joins Punjab Kings for ₹18 Crore
Pandya will join Punjab Kings for ₹18 crore, an increase from his previous Mumbai Indians salary of ₹16.35 crore.
The move ends his second stint with Mumbai Indians, where he returned as captain in 2024 after spending two seasons with Gujarat Titans.
Pandya first joined Mumbai in 2015 and contributed to four IPL title victories in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020.
He subsequently captained Gujarat Titans to the IPL championship in 2022 and another final in 2023.
Across 162 IPL appearances, Pandya has scored 2,955 runs at a strike rate of 146.28 and taken 82 wickets.
Arshdeep Singh Joins Mumbai Indians for IPL 2027
Arshdeep will move to Mumbai Indians for ₹18 crore, retaining his existing contract value.
The Indian fast bowler leaves Punjab Kings after eight seasons, having made his IPL debut for the franchise in 2019.
He departs as Punjab’s leading wicket-taker, with 111 wickets from 96 IPL matches.
Arshdeep claimed 21 wickets during IPL 2025 and followed that performance with 14 wickets in the 2026 season.
Mumbai Indians Strengthen Bowling Attack With Arshdeep
Arshdeep’s arrival gives Mumbai Indians another experienced Indian fast bowler alongside Jasprit Bumrah.
His ability to bowl with the new ball and during the death overs provides additional options for Mumbai’s bowling attack.
Meanwhile, Punjab Kings gain an established international all-rounder with IPL championship experience.
The completed exchange represents a significant squad reshuffle for both franchises ahead of the IPL 2027 season.
