MI set to trade Hardik to PBKS for Arshdeep

Mumbai Indians are set to trade captain Hardik Pandya to Punjab Kings in exchange for left-arm fast bowler Arshdeep Singh ahead of IPL 2027. Both franchises have submitted an expression of interest to the IPL, with player consents expected shortly before final negotiations and official ratification. The move means Mumbai Indians will appoint a new captain for the 2027 tournament after Hardik requested to be released following discussions during the latter stages of IPL 2026.

The trade addresses Mumbai's desire for a frontline pace partner for Jasprit Bumrah following a ninth-place finish in 2026. Hardik led Mumbai to 15 wins and 24 losses across three seasons, holding the lowest win-loss ratio for any IPL captain with at least 30 matches. Meanwhile, Arshdeep leaves Punjab Kings after taking 111 wickets in 96 matches since his 2019 debut.