Bhagat, a 21-year-old all-rounder from Punjab, joins the MI squad at his base price of Rs 30 lakh.
Mumbai Indians (MI) on Thursday (April 16) confirmed the signing of Krish Bhagat as a replacement for Atharva Ankolekar, who has been ruled out of the IPL 2026 due to injury.
Bhagat, a 21-year-old all-rounder from Punjab, joins the MI squad at his base price of Rs 30 lakh. He brings versatility as a right-arm fast bowler and can contribute with the bat as a lower order batsman.
Bhagat has featured in seven first-class and nine List A matches so far, claiming 16 wickets in total. He also has a half-century in List A cricket, highlighting his ability to chip in with the bat.
“Krish was part of Mumbai Indians trials for the past two years, having played for the Reliance Team in the DY Patil T20 Cup in 2026 and has been a support bowler with the team since the pre-season.
“Krish has consistently impressed the coaching staff with his dedication, work ethic, and the quality he brings in every session and in the practice games that he has played for Mumbai Indians. His commitment and development over the years, both in domestic and at Mumbai Indians practise sessions this season have earned him this well-deserved opportunity to transition into the main squad,” MI said in a statement.
Ankolekar’s absence leaves a void in the MI squad. The left-arm spinning all-rounder, who was part of India’s U19 World Cup team in 2020, had built a reputation as a reliable utility option. He was also the Player of the Match in the final of the ACC U19 Asia Cup against Bangladesh in 2019.
Mumbai Indians are struggling in the ongoing IPL, having lost three of their first four matches. They are currently holding ninth spot in the team standings with only 2 points and a net run rate of -0.772.