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A new team. A new ring. What a week for Arshdeep Singh.
The Hardik Pandya Arshdeep Singh trade is officially done. Ahead of IPL 2027, Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings have swapped the two stars in one of the biggest trades the league has ever seen.
🔄 The Trade at a Glance
- Hardik Pandya: Mumbai Indians ➜ Punjab Kings
- Arshdeep Singh: Punjab Kings ➜ Mumbai Indians
- Fee: ₹18 crore each
- Announced: November 11, 2026
- Timing: Ahead of the IPL 2027 mini-auction
Hardik’s Rollercoaster Ride With Mumbai
Hardik first played for Mumbai Indians from 2015 to 2021, before moving to Gujarat Titans in 2022. He led Gujarat to the title in their very first season and to another final in 2023.
He returned to Mumbai before IPL 2024 and took over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma. But the results were mixed:
| Season | Mumbai Indians Finish |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Bottom of the table |
| 2025 | Reached Qualifier 2 |
| 2026 | 9th |
Injuries also hurt him last season – he missed matches with back spasms, a leg strain and a shin problem. Now he starts a fresh chapter in Punjab.
Mumbai trade their captain. Punjab trade their pace spearhead. Both teams just changed overnight.
Arshdeep: Punjab’s Pace Hero Heads to Mumbai
Arshdeep has been a Punjab player since his IPL debut in 2019. In 96 matches for the franchise, he picked up 111 wickets. Punjab bought him back for ₹18 crore at the 2025 mega auction, and he keeps the same fee at Mumbai.
At Mumbai, he could form a deadly new-ball pairing that fans will be excited to see.
💍 And Then… He Got Engaged!
As if a big trade wasn’t enough, Arshdeep also got engaged to Samreen Kaur in New Zealand, where India are currently on tour. He shared the proposal pictures on Instagram, and they went viral within hours.
- Samreen Kaur is an actor and model from Jammu and Kashmir
- She was a Femina Miss India 2018 finalist
- Her work includes the film ’83, the ZEE5 series Nail Polish and the Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 2
- The couple made their relationship public in July
Fans may remember Arshdeep’s special wicket celebration in the 1st ODI against New Zealand, where he picked up four wickets. He said it was “for my girlfriend.”
What This Means for IPL 2027
- Punjab Kings get a proven match-winner and leader in Hardik
- Mumbai Indians add one of India’s best death bowlers
- Mumbai will now need to decide on a new captain – a big talking point before the season
FAQs
Has Hardik Pandya been traded to Punjab Kings?
Yes. Hardik Pandya moves from Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings for ₹18 crore ahead of IPL 2027.
Which team will Arshdeep Singh play for in IPL 2027?
Arshdeep Singh will play for Mumbai Indians after the trade, at a fee of ₹18 crore.
Who is Arshdeep Singh engaged to?
Arshdeep got engaged to Samreen Kaur, an actor, model and Femina Miss India 2018 finalist, in New Zealand.
How many IPL wickets did Arshdeep take for Punjab?
He took 111 wickets in 96 matches for Punjab Kings.
Who won this trade – Mumbai or Punjab? Vote in the comments! 🏏
Trade details as reported by Outlook India and ESPNcricinfo; engagement details as reported by Yahoo Sports.
