The much talked about player swap between Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya and left arm fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has reportedly been given the green signal by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). This could change the team combinations of Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) before IPL 2027.
Cricbuzz reported on 11 November 2026 that the regulatory approval for the proposed trade has been received and an announcement will be made shortly.
Hardik Pandya Set to Join Punjab Kings
According to the report Hardik Pandya will leave Mumbai Indians and join Punjab Kings. It would be his second stint with Mumbai franchise.
Hardik returned to Mumbai Indians for the 2024 IPL after representing Gujarat Titans. He was also made captain replacing Rohit Sharma.
However his leadership was not a success. Mumbai Indians could not perform consistently and only reached playoffs in two of the three seasons he captained them.
Punjab Kings meanwhile could use Hardik’s experience as an all-rounder. Batting with the ball and vice versa could add to the balance of the playing XI.
Arshdeep Singh Expected to Move to Mumbai Indians
As part of the reported swap, Arshdeep Singh will move from Punjab Kings to Mumbai Indians.
Arshdeep has been with Punjab ever since he made his IPL debut in 2019. He has grown into one of India’s trusted left-arm fast bowlers over the years especially in limited overs cricket.
His ability to bowl in the powerplay and bowl important overs at death makes him a good addition to Mumbai’s bowling unit.
A partnership between Arshdeep and Jasprit Bumrah could make Mumbai Indians’ Indian pace attack stronger for IPL 2027.
Player Salaries Expected to Remain Unchanged
Cricbuzz report says that trade will not change players’ IPL salaries.
Hardik is expected to get his reported league fee of Rs 16.35 crore, while Arshdeep’s salary will remain Rs 18 crore.
The financial aspect makes the deal even more significant because of what both players bring to their departments.
The trade confirmation you have been waiting for is HERE! Two marquee #TeamIndia stars, two franchise and a blockbuster trade 🎇 Hardik Pandya heads to @PunjabKingsIPL and Arshdeep Singh moves to @mipaltan. 📌 Hardik will join #PBKS at a revised fee of INR 18 crore, up from 16.5 crores. 📌 Arshdeep will join #MI at his existing fee of INR 18 crore Details ▶️ https://t.co/i4RpaGg2BE #TATAIPL2027
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) November 11, 2026
Major Changes Ahead of IPL 2027
The reported trade comes at a critical time for both franchises as they build their squads for the IPL season.
Punjab Kings will be hoping Hardik strengthens their batting and all-round options under captain Shreyas Iyer. Mumbai Indians could use Arshdeep’s left arm pace to bolster their bowling combinations.
The IPL 2027 mini-auction will be held in Goa on December 16 and the player retention deadline is November 17.
Now that BCCI has reportedly approved the move, it’s on to franchises to make official announcement.
If done as reported the Hardik-Arshdeep swap will be one of the biggest squad changes ahead of IPL 2027.
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