fast bowler Deepak ChaharWho was roped in by Mumbai Indians for a whopping Rs 9.25 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, he struggled to make the impact the team expected. After a successful six-year stint with Chennai Super Kings, Chahar was expected to lead MI's powerplay attack along with Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult. However, the Uttar Pradesh-born fast bowler took just 11 wickets in 14 matches at an economy of 9.17.
While he had some moments of brilliance, Chahar fell short of the standards he set at CSK, where he was MS Dhoni's go-to powerplay bowler. His injury-plagued history puts him under even more pressure. Releasing Chahar could free up a significant budget, giving Mumbai Indians an opportunity to explore alternative pace options to strengthen their bowling attack.
Here are 3 possible replacements MI must consider for Deepak Chahar
3. Harshal Patel
Mumbai Indians may be under consideration Harshal Patel As a possible replacement for Deepak Chahar in the IPL 2026 auction. The 34-year-old fast bowler, who was bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 8 crore in IPL 2025, has had a good season, taking 16 wickets in 13 matches at an economy of 9.80. Notably, eight of these wickets came in just two matches. Despite this, Harshal's experience and skill in the death overs makes him a valuable asset for any franchise looking to strengthen their bowling attack.
In a career spanning over a decade, Harshal has had successful stints at RCB, Punjab Kings and now SRH. He has won the IPL Purple Cap twice in 2021 and 2024. With his return to Gujarat for domestic cricket, Harshal remains motivated to perform consistently, making him a strong option for the Mumbai-based franchise.
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