IPL 2027 Auction: 3 MI players whose places could be at risk

Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Mumbai Indians endured one of their worst IPL seasons in 2026, finishing ninth on the points table with just four wins from 14 matches and failing to reach the playoffs. The five-time champions are now expected to reassess their squad composition ahead of the IPL 2027 mini-auction, scheduled for December 16 in Goa.

Adding to the reshuffle is the confirmed trade that brought Arshdeep Singh to MI from Punjab Kings, a move that directly affects the franchise's bowling combination planning. With the retention deadline approaching, several players could find themselves released as MI look to free up purse space and auction slots.

These are the 3 MI players whose places could be at risk:

3. Quinton de Kock

South African wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock is one overseas player whose place in MI's 2027 plans could come under review. Although de Kock brings considerable international experience and has delivered strong IPL performances in the past, MI may look to reconfigure their overseas slots following the disappointing 2026 campaign.

However, de Kock was not entirely without impact in IPL 2026. He scored 132 runs across three innings at an average of 66.00 and a strike rate of 160.97, including a knock of 112 not out. With Ryan Rickelton being a strong overseas option at MI, the franchise faces a decision on whether both overseas spots can be justified for that role. Releasing de Kock would allow Mumbai to deploy those slots more strategically elsewhere in the XI.