In a strategic move, Mumbai Indians have signed Mahipal Lomror and Ruchit Ahir as injury replacements for Quinton de Kock and Raj Angad Bawa for the remainder of IPL 2026. De Kock has been ruled out due to a tendon injury in his left wrist, while Bawa is sidelined with a ligament tear in his right thumb. Both players managed to play only three matches this season before their injuries. Lomror, a 26-year-old left-handed all-rounder, has previously played for Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and he joins MI for ₹50 lakh (approximately $60,000 USD). Meanwhile, 25-year-old wicketkeeper-batter Ahir, who has played 16 List A matches and 12 T20s, has been signed for ₹30 lakh (approximately $36,000 USD). Despite their efforts, Mumbai's IPL 2026 campaign has been disappointing, resulting in playoff elimination. Currently placed ninth on the points table with eight points from 13 matches, MI aims to finish the season on a high note against Rajasthan Royals at Wankhede Stadium. A loss could see them at the bottom of the table, while a win for Rajasthan would secure their playoff qualification.