Mohammed Shami could leave Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of IPL 2027, with Rajasthan Royals (RR) reportedly interested in signing the Indian fast bowler.
The two franchises are discussing a multi player trade that could also see England all rounder Sam Curran move to Lucknow.
According to reports, the discussions are at an advanced stage, with the players involved already informed about the possible move. Despite this, the paperwork is yet to be completed, and the deal is not officially confirmed.
The proposed deal is not expected to be a straight player for player exchange. LSG spinner Manimaran Siddharth is also reportedly part of the negotiations and could move to Rajasthan Royals.
Curran joined RR from Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL 2026 as part of the trade involving Ravindra Jadeja and Sanju Samson. The England all rounder missed the entire season due to injury.
He is now reportedly interested in a move to LSG, where he could reunite with director of cricket Tom Moody. The report also suggests that Curran’s demand for a revised fee is one of the reasons behind the delay.
Shami joined LSG from Sunrisers Hyderabad ahead of IPL 2026 in a trade worth Rs 10 crore. He played 13 matches and picked up 12 wickets at an economy rate of 9.00.
The fast bowler has also been playing domestic cricket for Bengal. In his latest Ranji Trophy match against Maharashtra, he picked up four wickets for 37 runs in the first innings and finished with figures of 0/25 in the second innings.
If the deal goes through, Rajasthan Royals will become Shami’s seventh IPL franchise. The retention deadline for IPL 2027 is November 17, while the mini auction will take place in Goa on December 16.
