IPL 2027 Trade Deals: Hardik Pandya to Arshdeep Singh – Top 5 Most Expensive Trades ahead of IPL 2027 Auction So Far

The trading window ahead of the IPL 2027 auction has already witnessed some major developments, with several high-profile players changing franchises ahead of the December 16 mini auction in Goa.

Among the biggest names involved are Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep Yadav, with Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants completing some significant deals.

The IPL trading window will remain open until a week before the mini auction, while franchises are expected to announce their retention lists after November 16. Here is a look at the most expensive trades completed so far.

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

The biggest headline of the trading window is undoubtedly the exchange involving Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings.

Pandya moves from Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings for Rs 18 crore, marking an increase of Rs 1.65 crore from his previous retention price of Rs 16.35 crore.

Arshdeep, meanwhile, heads in the opposite direction to Mumbai Indians at Rs 18 crore, retaining his previous price.

The deal is particularly significant for Mumbai, who have secured one of India’s leading left-arm fast bowlers, while Punjab have added an experienced all-rounder and former MI captain to their setup.

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

Another major development involves Rishabh Pant returning to Delhi Capitals from Lucknow Super Giants.

Pant, who became the most expensive player in IPL auction history after LSG acquired him for Rs 27 crore, has completed his return to Delhi at Rs 15 crore. It represents a massive Rs 12 crore reduction from his previous price.

Delhi will hope that bringing back their former captain helps restore stability and experience to the squad.

Kuldeep Yadav moves from Delhi to Lucknow at his previous retention price of Rs 13.25 crore. LSG will be banking on the Indian wrist-spinner to strengthen their spin department.

3. Liam Livingstone – Rs 6 crore

Liam Livingstone’s move from Sunrisers Hyderabad to Chennai Super Kings is another interesting deal. The England all-rounder was bought for Rs 13 crore at the previous auction but struggled to establish himself in the playing XI, featuring in only two matches.

CSK have secured his services for Rs 6 crore, a reduction of Rs 7 crore from his previous auction price. His power-hitting and bowling options could prove valuable, although adapting to Chennai’s conditions will be an important challenge. With the trading window still open, more high-profile moves could follow before the December 16 auction.