No trade is confirmed yet for Rajasthan Royals heading into IPL 2027, but the rumour mill hasn’t slowed down.
The name driving every conversation is Hardik Pandya, with multiple reports suggesting RR could send Yashasvi Jaiswal to Mumbai Indians to make the deal work. Neither franchise has said a word officially.
This article tracks every credible update on the RR IPL trade 2027 story, separates confirmed news from fan speculation, and revisits the Sanju Samson trade that already reshaped the squad heading into this cycle.
RR IPL Trade 2027: Status at a Glance
Here’s where every major RR trade rumour stands right now, updated as new reports come in.
| Player | Status | Moving From | Moving To | Latest Update |
| Hardik Pandya | Rumour | Mumbai Indians | Rajasthan Royals (linked) | RR reportedly leading the race; no official word |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Rumour | Rajasthan Royals | Mumbai Indians (linked) | Seen as the makeweight in a possible Pandya swap |
| Sanju Samson | Confirmed | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings | Trade confirmed by the IPL on Nov 15, 2025 |
Hardik Pandya to RR: The Biggest Trade Story of the Window
Hardik Pandya’s stay at Mumbai Indians looks shaky heading into IPL 2027, and Rajasthan Royals have reportedly emerged as the frontrunner to sign him. Nothing is signed or announced yet, but this is the loudest trade conversation in the league right now.
Mumbai Indians endured a rough IPL 2026 campaign, finishing ninth on the table with just four wins from 14 matches. Pandya’s own numbers backed the case for change too.
Across 10 games, he managed only 206 runs at an average of 22.89 with the bat, and just four wickets at 64.75 with the ball. Those returns explain why MI is reportedly reviewing his future along with several senior players and coaching staff.
Reports from Sources, claim Hardik’s camp has already opened advanced discussions with RR management about a potential move.
RR isn’t the only suitor, though Kolkata Knight Riders have also reached out to MI’s management to gauge interest in Pandya, alongside RR.
Sources currently names Rajasthan Royals as the team leading the race for Pandya, with Yashasvi Jaiswal reportedly heading the other way as the swap piece.
Why Yashasvi Jaiswal Fits the Makeweight Role
Yashasvi Jaiswal made his IPL debut with RR back in 2020 and has been the franchise’s go-to opener ever since.
Trading him would hand Mumbai Indians an opening pair of Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma, with Ryan Rickelton also in the mix, giving MI’s top order instant punch.
For a franchise that just handed Riyan Parag the captain’s armband, waving goodbye to a top-order fixture like Jaiswal would be quite the way to test his leadership group on day one.
RR have stayed silent publicly, and Mumbai haven’t confirmed any talks either. Until an official statement lands from either side, treat this strictly as speculation.
RR’s Previous IPL Trade: The Sanju Samson Blockbuster
RR has already pulled off the biggest trade of the current cycle. The IPL confirmed on November 15, 2025 that Sanju Samson would move to Chennai Super Kings in exchange for Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran.
| Season | Player Out | Players In | Trade Partner |
| Ahead of IPL 2026 | Sanju Samson | Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran | Chennai Super Kings |
The fee structure shifted too. Jadeja’s price was revised down from INR 18 crore to INR 14 crore as part of the deal, Curran moved at his existing INR 2.4 crore fee, and Samson joined CSK at his existing INR 18 crore price tag.
That trade did more than reshuffle the roster. It opened the door for Riyan Parag, whom RR named full-time captain ahead of IPL 2026 after retaining him for INR 14 crore.
Parag had already led RR in eight matches during IPL 2025 while Samson recovered from injury, so the transition wasn’t exactly a shock to the dressing room. Under Parag and head coach Kumar Sangakkara, RR finished fourth in the IPL 2026 league stage.
IPL 2027 Auction and Trade Window Timeline
Reports differ slightly on the exact auction format, so treat the dates below as indicative until the BCCI confirms its official calendar.
- Retention window: expected to open in mid-September 2026 and close in the third week of October 2026.
- Auction: some reports point to a mega auction in the third week of November 2026, likely in Mumbai or Dubai, while others describe a mini-auction scheduled for December 2026.
- Official framework: the BCCI is expected to publish the full retention and auction rules by the end of July 2026.
Conclusion: No Confirmed RR Trade for IPL 2027 Yet
Rajasthan Royals haven’t signed off on a single trade for IPL 2027 so far.
The Hardik Pandya story carries real weight, backed by reporting that names RR as the frontrunner and Yashasvi Jaiswal as the possible makeweight.
Until either franchise confirms it, this stays a rumour, and we’ll update this page the moment something official lands.
Quick FAQs
No. Reports name RR as the frontrunner, but neither franchise has confirmed any talks.
It isn’t confirmed. He’s linked to Mumbai Indians only as part of a possible Pandya swap.
Riyan Parag, who took over ahead of IPL 2026 after Sanju Samson’s trade to CSK.
The retention window is expected to close in the third week of October 2026, with trades possible right up to the auction.
Sending Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings for Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran, confirmed on November 15, 2025.
