The Indian Premier League’s off-season is buzzing with trade speculation, and the latest name to swirl in the rumour mill is Lucknow Super Giants’ left-arm pacer Mohsin Khan. But is a move on the cards for the talented bowler?
The Trade Winds Are Blowing
As teams look to recalibrate
their squads ahead of the IPL 2027 auction, the trade window has become a hotbed of activity. Recent reports indicate that at least two franchises have expressed significant interest in trading for Mohsin Khan. According to these whispers, the Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals are the teams that have initiated talks with the LSG management. While nothing is official, the possibility of a trade highlights the constant churn in the league as franchises seek to balance their rosters and address specific needs.
A Story of Promise and Setbacks
To understand why Mohsin Khan is a sought-after name despite his limited appearances, one must look back to his breakout IPL 2022 season. He burst onto the scene, taking 14 wickets in just nine matches at a spectacular economy rate of 5.97. His height, pace, and left-arm angle made him an instant star. However, his career has since been hampered by significant injuries. He missed the entire 2025 season after a career-threatening shoulder injury that required surgery. Although he made a strong comeback in 2026, capturing 11 wickets in seven games including a maiden five-wicket haul against KKR, his injury history makes him a high-risk, high-reward asset.
Why Would LSG Consider a Trade?
On the surface, trading a bowler with Mohsin’s raw talent seems counterintuitive. However, LSG’s team composition provides some context. The franchise boasts a well-stocked pace arsenal. With bowlers like Mayank Yadav, Yash Thakur, Mohammed Shami, and Prince Yadav in their ranks, the team has multiple high-quality Indian pace options. This depth might make LSG management open to a trade if it helps them address other areas of concern, such as strengthening their batting lineup, which struggled in the previous season. Trading a valuable pacer could free up significant funds or bring in a much-needed specialist batsman in a direct swap.
Which Teams Need a Player Like Mohsin?
A quality Indian left arm fast bowler is a prized commodity in the IPL, and it’s no surprise that teams are lining up. Reports have specifically named the Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) as interested parties. One speculative report even suggested a potential swap deal involving Marcus Stoinis moving from PBKS back to LSG in exchange for Mohsin. For a team like RR, which is looking to bolster its pace attack, adding a bowler of Mohsin's calibre could be a game changer. PBKS, too, could benefit immensely from his new ball skills. While Mohsin has reportedly expressed a desire to stay with LSG, the final decision will rest with the franchises as they navigate the complex dynamics of player trades.
