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Mumbai Indians could be set for one of their biggest squad shake-ups ahead of IPL 2027 auction. After going six seasons without winning the Indian Premier League title, the five-time champions are reportedly planning a major rebuild.
While Hardik Pandya's future has already been making headlines, another surprising name has now entered the discussion, Suryakumar Yadav.
It is important to note that the Mumbai star batter has been one of Mumbai Indians' most loyal players over the years. However, recent reports suggest that the franchise could release him instead of trading him.
Mumbai Indians Reportedly Ready To Release Suryakumar Yadav
According to reports, Mumbai Indians are expected to release Suryakumar Yadav before IPL 2027 auction, set to take place in December.
Cricket Journalist Subhayan Chakraborty of RevSportz claimed that a trade involving the batter is unlikely since Suryakumar is reportedly not interested in joining LSG at this stage.
It is also important to note that a month ago, fans noticed that he had unfollowed Mumbai Indians on Instagram before following the franchise again later. He also deleted several posts related to the team, leading to widespread speculation about his future.
Although there has been no official confirmation from either Mumbai Indians or the player, the report has sparked massive speculation. If the franchise decides to release him, Suryakumar will become one of the biggest names available in the auction.
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Poor Form Raises Questions Over Suryakumar Kumar's Future
One of the major reasons behind the speculation might be Suryakumar Yadav's recent form. While his strike rate has remained close to 150, which is still excellent in T20s, his average has dropped significantly.
It is important to note that across competitions, Suryakumar has averaged around 29 over the past year. In IPL 2026, his numbers were even more concerning as he managed only 183 runs in nine innings at an average of just 20.33.
Although the former India T20I captain produced some memorable knocks, including three half-centuries against New Zealand and an unbeaten 84 during India's T20 World Cup campaign, he has struggled to maintain consistency.
As Suryakumar enters his mid-thirties, Mumbai Indians might now be looking toward younger options for the future.
IPL Teams That Could Target Suryakumar Yadav If Mumbai Indians Release Him
If Mumbai Indians release Suryakumar Yadav, several franchises are expected to join the race for his signature.
Among them, Lucknow Super Giants could emerge as the strongest contenders, especially after Rishabh Pant's departure. The franchise might see Suryakumar as the ideal replacement, offering both captaincy experience and a proven top-order batting option.
Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders could also emerge as strong contenders for Suryakumar Yadav. Reports from a few months ago suggested that the franchise was planning a major overhaul following a disappointing IPL 2026 campaign.
With Ajinkya Rahane having announced his retirement, KKR are now in search of a new captain. Suryakumar, with his leadership experience and explosive batting, could be the ideal choice to lead the three-time champions.
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