The IPL 2027 trade window is already creating plenty of excitement among cricket fans, with franchises looking to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season. The biggest confirmed move so far is a major swap between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants involving Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep Yadav.
In this IPL 2027 trade tracker, we will keep track of confirmed player trades, reported negotiations and major rumours as teams prepare for the next season.
Last updated: August 26, 2026
IPL 2027 Confirmed Player Trades
At the time of this update, the major confirmed IPL 2027 trade is:
| Player | From | To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant | Lucknow Super Giants | Delhi Capitals | ✅ Confirmed |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Delhi Capitals | Lucknow Super Giants | ✅ Confirmed |
The IPL officially announced the high-profile trade on June 23, 2026. Delhi Capitals confirmed Pant’s return, while Lucknow Super Giants confirmed that Kuldeep Yadav would move to their squad.
Rishabh Pant Returns to Delhi Capitals
Rishabh Pant is returning to Delhi Capitals after two seasons with Lucknow Super Giants.
Pant originally joined the Delhi franchise in 2016 and spent nine seasons with the team before moving to Lucknow ahead of IPL 2025. Delhi Capitals’ official announcement says Pant played 111 matches for the franchise and scored 3,284 runs during his previous spell.
Lucknow had acquired Pant for ₹27 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction. During his two seasons with LSG, Pant played 28 matches and scored 581 runs, according to the franchise.
His return to Delhi is therefore one of the biggest talking points ahead of IPL 2027.
Kuldeep Yadav Moves to Lucknow Super Giants
As part of the same trade, Kuldeep Yadav will leave Delhi Capitals and join Lucknow Super Giants.
Kuldeep became an important part of Delhi’s bowling attack after joining the franchise in 2022. Delhi Capitals say he played 65 matches for the team and took 72 wickets during his stint.
The move also gives Lucknow a proven Indian spin option as the franchise reshapes its bowling attack for the upcoming season.
Why the Pant-Kuldeep Trade Is Important
This is more than just a simple player swap.
For Delhi Capitals, bringing Pant back gives the franchise an established Indian wicketkeeper-batter with previous leadership experience and a strong connection with the team.
For Lucknow Super Giants, Kuldeep provides an experienced spin-bowling option and adds another Indian player to their bowling unit.
The trade could therefore have a significant effect on how both teams approach their remaining squad-building decisions before IPL 2027.
IPL 2027 Trade Rumours
Several other players have been linked with possible moves ahead of IPL 2027.
However, these moves should not be treated as confirmed trades unless the IPL or the franchises officially announce them.
Hardik Pandya — Mumbai Indians
Hardik Pandya has been at the centre of several IPL 2027 trade reports.
Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings have been linked with interest in the Mumbai Indians all-rounder, while other reports have mentioned Rajasthan Royals. However, Mumbai Indians have not confirmed that Pandya will leave the franchise. Recent reporting describes the discussions as preliminary.
Status: 🟡 Rumour / Not confirmed
Suryakumar Yadav — Mumbai Indians
Suryakumar Yadav has also been mentioned in reports linking him with possible interest from Kolkata Knight Riders.
There is currently no official confirmation of a trade.
Status: 🟡 Rumour / Not confirmed
Sam Curran — Rajasthan Royals / RCB
Reports have also linked Sam Curran and Romario Shepherd with a possible player-swap discussion involving Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Again, this remains unconfirmed.
Status: 🟡 Rumour / Not confirmed
Other Reported Trade Discussions
Other reports have mentioned possible discussions involving players such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, Urmil Patel, Nihal Wadhera and Gurnoor Brar.
These should be treated as speculation until an official announcement is made.
Confirmed Trades vs Rumours
One of the most important things to remember during the IPL trade window is the difference between a reported rumour and an official trade.
A report saying that two franchises are discussing a player does not mean that the player has actually been traded.
For CricRay, we will use the following system:
- 🟢 Confirmed — officially announced by IPL or the franchises
- 🟡 Reported/Rumoured — reported by reliable media but not officially confirmed
- 🔴 False/Denied — officially denied or proven incorrect
This will help readers quickly understand which IPL 2027 transfer stories they can trust.
When Will the IPL 2027 Auction Take Place?
The IPL 2027 player auction is expected to take place later in 2026, with teams using the period before the auction to finalise their squads and explore possible trades.
The exact auction and trade-window deadlines should be confirmed through official IPL announcements. Therefore, readers should check the latest official updates rather than relying on unofficial dates.
IPL 2027 Trade Tracker: What Happens Next?
The IPL 2027 trade market could become much busier as franchises assess their squad requirements.
Teams may look to strengthen areas such as:
- Top-order batting
- Middle-order batting
- Fast bowling
- Spin bowling
- Wicketkeeping
- All-rounders
- Leadership options
The confirmed Pant-Kuldeep trade has already shown that major player movements can happen before the auction.
As more deals are officially announced, this page will be updated with the latest IPL 2027 trades and squad changes.
IPL 2027 Trade Tracker — Latest Update
Confirmed major trade:
Rishabh Pant — Lucknow Super Giants → Delhi Capitals
Kuldeep Yadav — Delhi Capitals → Lucknow Super Giants
Major rumours:
Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Sam Curran and several other players have been linked with possible moves, but these deals are not confirmed at the time of writing.
Bookmark this page and return for the latest IPL 2027 trade updates, confirmed transfers and major player rumours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the first major confirmed IPL 2027 trade?
Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep Yadav were involved in the major confirmed trade between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals announced on June 23, 2026.
Which team did Rishabh Pant join for IPL 2027?
Rishabh Pant returned from Lucknow Super Giants to Delhi Capitals.
Which team will Kuldeep Yadav play for in IPL 2027?
Kuldeep Yadav moved from Delhi Capitals to Lucknow Super Giants in the confirmed trade.
Is Hardik Pandya traded for IPL 2027?
No confirmed trade has been announced. Reports have linked Hardik Pandya with possible moves, but his future remains unconfirmed.
Will more IPL 2027 trades happen?
More trades are possible as franchises continue preparing their squads, but CricRay will list a player as officially traded only after confirmation from the IPL or the relevant franchise.
Disclaimer: Trade rumours can change quickly. CricRay will distinguish confirmed announcements from media reports and speculation and update this tracker when reliable new information becomes available.