Arshdeep Singh traded to Mumbai Indians: Dad confirms IPL deal

Arshdeep Singh’s move from Punjab Kings to Mumbai Indians is almost complete, the fast bowler’s father has confirmed that the deal has been agreed. He also admitted that the family was a bit disappointed with Arshdeep leaving his home franchise, but said they were happy with his new destination.

Speaking to sports journalist Vimal Kumar in Hamilton, New Zealand, where Arshdeep was part of the Indian ODI squad, his father said the family came to know about the development unexpectedly. Confirmation came on the day the third ODI between India and New Zealand was abandoned without dropping the ball due to rain.

“Yes, the deal is done. We are happy with Mumbai Indians,” he said.

“Also, we knew it out of the blue. There was a slight sadness that he was leaving his hometown. But all the franchises want to create balance in the team, so they traded him. We are also very happy for Mumbai Indians,” he added.

Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings have been working on a trade involving Arshdeep and Hardik Pandya for some time now. India Today has learned that the initial paperwork has been completed, but the deal still needs formal approval from the BCCI and the IPL board before it can be officially announced.

ARSHDEEP TO MI, HARDIK TO PBKS

The proposed swap addresses different requirements for both franchises. Mumbai Indians would get an established Indian fast bowler to complement Jasprit Bumrah, while the Punjab Kings would add an experienced all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball.

Arshdeep has spent his entire IPL career with Punjab, making his debut in 2019. Since then, he has taken 111 wickets in 96 matches and has become one of the most reliable left-arm options in the competition. His ability to swing the new ball and execute yorkers at the death would give Mumbai another specialist at both ends of the innings.

He could partner Bumrah in what would be a formidable Indian pace combination. Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar could also feature in the attack if Mumbai retain them for the 2027 season, although their places in the squad are yet to be confirmed. Arshdeep’s arrival would also give Mumbai an opportunity to build their overseas combination without relying on a foreign fast bowler.

for Punjab, Hardik’s value lies in the balance he can bring. His presence would add strength to the middle order and give Shreyas Iyer another bowling option. However, he would move to Punjab as a player, with Shreyas expected to continue as captain.

Hardik’s move would end his second stint with the Mumbai Indians. He represented the franchise from 2015 to 2021 before joining Gujarat Titans, whom he led to the title in their debut IPL season in 2022. He returned to Mumbai ahead of IPL 2024 and led for three more seasons.

The proposed trade comes before a crucial deadline for all 10 franchises. The BCCI has extended the deadline for submitting the lists of retained and released players to November 17, from the original date of November 15. The IPL 2027 mini auction is scheduled for December 16 in Goa. The current pre-auction trade window is expected to remain open until December 9, giving franchises additional time to complete eligible trades subject to BCCI approval.

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