IPL 2027 Trade Window: Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh Headline Biggest Franchise Moves Ahead of Mini Auction

The trading window leading into the IPL 2027 mini auction has already produced several high-profile franchise changes, with some of the league’s biggest names set to feature for new teams ahead of the December 16 event in Goa.

Among the marquee players involved in potential switches are Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep Yadav, as Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants look to reshape their squads.

Franchises will be able to continue trading until one week before the mini auction, while retention announcements are expected after November 16. With several deals still in play, here are the most expensive trades completed so far.

1. Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh – Rs 18 crore each

The standout trade of the window is the swap between Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh, involving Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings.

Pandya will join Punjab Kings from Mumbai Indians at a fee of Rs 18 crore, up from his previous retention price of Rs 16.35 crore.

Arshdeep, meanwhile, is moving to Mumbai Indians at the same price of Rs 18 crore, maintaining his earlier valuation.

The exchange holds major significance for both teams. Mumbai strengthen their pace attack by acquiring one of India’s premier left-arm fast bowlers, while Punjab gain a proven all-rounder and former Mumbai captain.

2. Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep Yadav – Rs 15 crore and Rs 13.25 crore

Another significant move sees Rishabh Pant return to Delhi Capitals from Lucknow Super Giants.

Once the most expensive buy in IPL auction history after Lucknow secured him for Rs 27 crore, Pant is now heading back to Delhi at Rs 15 crore, a reduction of Rs 12 crore from his previous price.

Delhi Capitals will hope the return of their former captain adds much-needed stability and experience to the group.

Kuldeep Yadav, meanwhile, moves from Delhi Capitals to Lucknow Super Giants at his previous retention price of Rs 13.25 crore, with Lucknow expecting the wrist-spinner to bolster their spin resources.

3. Liam Livingstone – Rs 6 crore

Liam Livingstone’s switch from Sunrisers Hyderabad to Chennai Super Kings is another notable deal. The England all-rounder had been bought for Rs 13 crore in the previous auction but struggled to secure a regular place in the side, appearing in only two matches.

Chennai have acquired him for Rs 6 crore, Rs 7 crore less than his previous auction fee. His explosive batting and part-time bowling could add flexibility, though adjusting to conditions in Chennai will be key.

With the trading window still open, further high-profile moves could materialize before the December 16 auction.

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