From Hardik Pandya To Arshdeep Singh, List Of Most Expensive IPL Trades Ever!

Here's a look at some of the most expensive player trades in IPL history.

By Sneha Ghorai Updated November 11, 2026 1:12 PM

From Hardik Pandya To Arshdeep Singh, List Of Most Expensive IPL Trades Ever!

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed another major player trade ahead of the 2027 season. In a major development on November 11, an official announcement confirmed that Arshdeep Singh will join Mumbai Indians at his existing fee of ₹18 crore. Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya will move from Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings for ₹18 crore. With this deal making headlines, here’s a look at some of the most expensive player trades in IPL history.

1. Arshdeep Singh – ₹18 Crore

Punjab Kings to Mumbai Indians

Arshdeep Singh will now play for Mumbai Indians after spending several seasons with Punjab Kings. The left-arm pacer has been traded for ₹18 crore, which is his existing fee.

2. Hardik Pandya – ₹18 Crore

Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings

Hardik Pandya is set to wear the Punjab Kings jersey in the upcoming season. The all-rounder has joined the team for ₹18 crore, making it one of the biggest trades in IPL history.

3. Sanju Samson – ₹18 Crore

Rajasthan Royals to Chennai Super Kings

Sanju Samson’s move to Chennai Super Kings was one of the biggest talking points ahead of the 2026 season. He left Rajasthan Royals after several years and joined CSK for ₹18 crore.

4. Cameron Green – ₹17.5 Crore

Mumbai Indians to Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green moved from Mumbai Indians to Royal Challengers Bengaluru for ₹17.5 crore. The deal took place ahead of the 2024 season.

5. Hardik Pandya – ₹15 Crore

Gujarat Titans to Mumbai Indians

Hardik returned to Mumbai Indians ahead of the 2024 season after leading Gujarat Titans to their first IPL title in 2022. The trade was valued at ₹15 crore.

6. Rishabh Pant – ₹15 Crore

Lucknow Super Giants to Delhi Capitals

Rishabh Pant returned to Delhi Capitals after spending a season with Lucknow Super Giants. He was traded for ₹15 crore ahead of the 2026 season.

7. Ravindra Jadeja – ₹14 Crore

Chennai Super Kings to Rajasthan Royals

Ravindra Jadeja made his way back to Rajasthan Royals after leaving Chennai Super Kings. The all-rounder was part of the trade involving Sanju Samson, with his fee set at ₹14 crore.