Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has been traded to Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2027.

Arshdeep's IPL journey began with Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) in 2019.

Arshdeep Singh’s rise from a young, uncapped fast bowler earning ₹20 lakh to an ₹18 crore IPL star highlights his impressive journey in franchise cricket. The left-arm pacer is now set for a new chapter after Punjab Kings (PBKS) traded him to Mumbai Indians (MI) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 season.

The blockbuster deal, officially confirmed on November 11, 2026, involves Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya moving to Punjab Kings, while Arshdeep joins the five-time IPL champions at his existing salary of ₹18 crore. Unlike Hardik, who received a reported increase in his contract fee, Arshdeep will continue earning the same amount under his new franchise.

The move brings an end to Arshdeep’s eight-season association with the Punjab franchise, where he developed into one of India’s most dependable T20 fast bowlers.

From ₹20 lakh to ₹4 crore: Arshdeep Singh’s first major salary jump

Arshdeep’s IPL journey began modestly when PBKS signed him for ₹20 lakh in 2019. He gradually earned a regular place in the bowling attack, showcasing his ability to swing the new ball and execute yorkers in the closing overs.

His progress was rewarded ahead of the 2022 season, when the Preity Zinta-owned franchise retained him for ₹4 crore. The new contract represented a substantial increase and reflected the franchise’s confidence in his potential.

Arshdeep continued to play an important role for Punjab in 2022, 2023 and 2024. His performances helped establish him as a reliable option in pressure situations, particularly during the death overs when accurate execution can determine the outcome of a match.

How Arshdeep secured an ₹18 crore IPL contract?

The biggest financial milestone arrived ahead of IPL 2025. PBKS used their Right to Match (RTM) card to bring Arshdeep back for ₹18 crore at the mega auction, marking a dramatic increase from his previous ₹4 crore contract.

His value was backed by his growing reputation in international cricket and his performances in the IPL. Arshdeep claimed 21 wickets in the 2025 season and followed that with another 14 wickets in 2026. Across 96 IPL matches, he has taken 111 wickets, making him Punjab Kings’ all-time leading wicket-taker.

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Why Mumbai Indians signed Arshdeep for IPL 2027?

Mumbai Indians have added Arshdeep to strengthen their pace attack with a bowler capable of making an impact at different stages of an innings. His left-arm angle offers variety, while his experience in the powerplay and death overs would prove valuable for them in pressure situations.

The move also gives Arshdeep an opportunity to work with a new group of players after spending his entire IPL career with Punjab Kings. At Mumbai, he will be expected to contribute immediately as the franchise looks to build a competitive squad for the 2027 campaign.

For Arshdeep, the challenge is not just adapting to a new dressing room but also maintaining the consistency that helped him become one of India’s leading T20 fast bowlers.