Mumbai Indians to trade PBKS allrounder for IPL 2026! Shocking claim surface on internet

After multiple speculations related to Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Chennai Super Kings, now some shocking claims have started to surface on social media platforms about Mumbai Indians. Like other franchises, the Mumbai Indians too will make some changes in their squad for IPL 2026.

According to some fresh rumors, the 5-time IPL-winning team can trade an overseas all-rounder from Punjab Kings. On social media platforms it is claimed that MI team management has interest in Marcus Stoinis. Though, there is no concrete evidence behind these claims. Stoinis played a pivotal role from the middle order to help Punjab Kings to make a place in the final of IPL 2025, though his numbers may not speak to his support.

In 13 matches and 11 innings, the all-rounder scored 160 runs in total for PBKS at an average of 26.66, including an unbeaten 44-run inning. Since 2016, the Australian has not missed any season of the Indian Premier League. Apart from his stints with PBKS, he played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, and Lucknow Super Giants as well.

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IPL stats in brief and recent performance trajectory 

The right-arm medium in 9 IPL 2025 innings is able to claim only a wicket. In his overall IPL career, Stoinis played 109 matches with 4 different franchises and scored 2026 runs at an average of 28.13, supported by an unbeaten 124-run innings. The 36-year-old's recent matches are not as attractive as his overall cricket career stats. In The Hundred 2025 for Trent Rockets, Stoinis' bad so far remains calm. During Major League Cricket, his time with the Texas Super Kings was also not something to relish. 

2025 IPL was a rollercoaster ride for the Mumbai Indians. After some early setbacks, the former champion side bounced back strongly and made their way to the round of four but did not qualify for the final match.