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Hardik-Arshdeep trade nears completion, gets formal BCCI go-ahead

India's cricket board has formally cleared the player trade between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings, with an official announcement from both franchises expected imminently.

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 10:13 AM
Hardik-Arshdeep trade nears completion, gets formal BCCI go-ahead
Key Things to Know
  • The BCCI has officially sanctioned an IPL player trade swapping Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh.
  • The deal is a permanent player-for-player exchange between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings.
  • Hardik Pandya will maintain his INR 16.35 crore salary after joining Punjab Kings.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has formally approved a direct player trade sending Hardik Pandya to Punjab Kings and Arshdeep Singh to Mumbai Indians. Both franchises completed the regulatory requirements by exchanging Expressions of Interest, with formal announcements expected imminently following player consent.

The straight player-for-player swap involves no additional players, with both cricketers retaining their current salaries at their new teams. Hardik will earn INR 16.35 crore with Punjab Kings, while Arshdeep will receive INR 18 crore from Mumbai Indians.

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