Mumbai Indians Draft Mahipal Lomror and Ruchit Ahir for Remainder of IPL 2026
The Mumbai Indians have officially signed all-rounder Mahipal Lomror and wicketkeeper-batter Ruchit Ahir as injury replacements for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. The duo replaces veteran South African Quinton de Kock and young all-rounder Raj Angad Bawa, who have both been ruled out due to severe injuries.
Injury Updates: De Kock and Bawa Sidelined
Quinton de Kock sustained a tendon injury to his left wrist prior to Mumbai’s April 29 matchup against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Raj Angad Bawa suffered a right thumb ligament tear during the May 14 fixture against Punjab Kings. Both athletes were limited to just three appearances this season before their campaigns ended prematurely.
New Signings: Player Profiles and Contracts
To stabilize the squad, Mumbai acquired the experienced Mahipal Lomror for Rs 50 lakh. The 26-year-old left-handed batting all-rounder brings considerable IPL experience, having previously logged 40 matches across stints with the Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Lomror has also spent time in the camps of the Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans.
Joining Lomror is 25-year-old Saurashtra cricketer Ruchit Ahir, secured for Rs 30 lakh. Ahir has built a steady domestic resume with 16 List A appearances and 12 T20 matches. He recently caught the attention of Mumbai’s scouting network while playing for the Reliance team at the DY Patil T20 Cup earlier this year.
Key Roster Changes
- Outgoing: Quinton de Kock (left wrist tendon injury)
- Outgoing: Raj Angad Bawa (right thumb ligament tear)
- Incoming: Mahipal Lomror (Rs 50 lakh base price)
- Incoming: Ruchit Ahir (Rs 30 lakh base price)
Replacement Overview
| Player | Role | Contract Value | Previous IPL Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahipal Lomror | Batting All-rounder | Rs 50 Lakh | RR, RCB |
| Ruchit Ahir | Wicketkeeper-Batter | Rs 30 Lakh | None (Domestic: Saurashtra) |
IPL 2026 Standings and Season Outlook
Mumbai Indians have struggled throughout the IPL 2026 campaign, resulting in an early elimination from playoff contention. With eight points across 13 matches, the five-time champions currently sit ninth on the IPL points table.
The franchise looks to end their season favorably in their final league stage match against the Rajasthan Royals at Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. A loss could push Mumbai to the bottom of the standings, while a victory for Rajasthan secures their playoff qualification.