IPL 2027: 3 MI bowlers who could be released after trading for Arshdeep Singh

Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings have confirmed a trade that sends Arshdeep Singh to MI and Hardik Pandya to PBKS ahead of the IPL 2027 season. Arshdeep arrives at INR 18 crore and will join Jasprit Bumrah in what could be a formidable new-ball pairing. The two have previously combined to help India claim back-to-back T20 World Cup titles.

However, adding Arshdeep to the squad means MI must now review their existing bowling resources before the Retention Deadline on November 17, 2026. With the mini-auction scheduled for December 16, 2026, the franchise may look to move on from certain pacers to balance their roster and budget.

3. Trent Boult

Trent Boult was signed by Mumbai Indians for INR 12.50 crore and was expected to form a formidable new-ball partnership alongside Jasprit Bumrah. However, the New Zealander endured a difficult IPL 2026 campaign, managing only 2 wickets from 5 matches at an economy rate of 11.63. After a string of disappointing outings early in the season, Boult was dropped from the playing XI.

With Arshdeep now available to share new-ball duties with Bumrah, MI may find it difficult to justify retaining Boult at his current price tag heading into IPL 2027.

2. Deepak Chahar

Mumbai Indians acquired Deepak Chahar for INR 9.25 crore, but his IPL 2026 returns have not fully justified that investment. In IPL 2026, Chahar took 8 wickets across 8 matches at an economy rate of 10.39.

However, his persistent injury history remains a concern for the Mumbai franchise. MI may choose to redirect Chahar’s salary toward younger prospects rather than carry the risk of another injury-interrupted season.

1. Shardul Thakur

Shardul Thakur contributed 12 wickets from 9 matches in IPL 2026, but his economy rate of 12.27 and a batting contribution of just 24 runs in 2026 raise questions about his value in the current setup.

The Impact Player rule, which is expected to continue for at least one more IPL season, reduces the premium placed on all-rounders who can bat lower down the order. With that rule set to persist, MI may decide Thakur’s profile no longer fits their plans for IPL 2027.