1. IPL 2027: Mohammed Shami to RR, Sam Curran to LSG? Franchises discuss multi-player trade

Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are in discussions for a possible multi-player trade involving Mohammed Shami and Sam Curran. As per a Cricbuzz report on November 6, the two franchises had begun negotiations over a deal involving several players.

The players concerned have reportedly been approached, but the formalities are yet to be completed. The proposed deal is unlikely to be a straightforward one-for-one swap. Manimaran Siddharth, LSG's left-arm spinner, is also understood to be part of the negotiations and could join Rajasthan Royals.

The 28-year-old Tamil Nadu spinner was signed by LSG for Rs 75 lakh. He has featured in nine IPL matches, all for the Lucknow franchise, and has picked up nine wickets. One of his notable scalps was that of Virat Kohli during the 2024 season.

Both Shami and Curran were involved in trades ahead of the previous IPL season. Curran moved from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to Rajasthan Royals in a deal that also saw Ravindra Jadeja join RR, while Sanju Samson moved in the opposite direction to CSK.

However, Curran did not play in the IPL last season, citing an injury. His subsequent appearances for his county team in England reportedly did not go down well with Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara, who questioned the all-rounder's unavailability for the franchise.

CSK had signed Curran for Rs 2.4 crore before trading him to Rajasthan Royals at the same price. However, the England all-rounder is understood to be seeking a revised fee as part of the proposed move to LSG. This could be one of the reasons behind the delay in negotiations.

Curran has also been in impressive form in T20 cricket. His close association with Tom Moody, LSG's Director of Cricket, could be another factor in the potential move. The two have previously worked together at Oval Invincibles and Desert Vipers.

Meanwhile, the two franchises have also explored the possibility of a trade involving Yashasvi Jaiswal. However, Cricbuzz understands that the discussions have not resulted in any concrete agreement so far. Rajasthan Royals are believed to have requested another India pacer as part of the proposal, but LSG have not accepted the terms.

RR are understood to have other options if they decide to part ways with Jaiswal, with several franchises reportedly showing interest in acquiring the India opener.