As the excitement of player trades between franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL) continues, the potential exchange of Shardul Thakur and Arjun Tendulkar between the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Mumbai Indians (MI) is generating interest, albeit quietly. Reports suggest that while these moves may not be formal trades, both players are poised to make transitions to different teams, likely pursued as separate cash transactions. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) must officially announce any exchanges, and an update on these discussions is expected soon, coinciding with the IPL player retention and release announcements scheduled for November 15. Shardul Thakur, who captained MI recently, joined LSG last season for a base price of INR 2 crore after going unsold in the earlier mega auction. He had a decent season, playing ten matches and accumulating 13 wickets, establishing himself as a key bowler, particularly noted for his effectiveness with the new ball. On the other hand, Arjun Tendulkar, having spent the last couple of seasons with MI, has struggled to secure a regular spot in the playing XI. Though he has participated in five IPL matches over two seasons, his contributions have been limited to 13 runs and three wickets. Both players face stiff competition for places within their respective teams, making potential moves appear necessary for career growth. The conversation around their transfers seems to be under the radar, but as discussions unfold, the IPL's dynamic nature promises to keep fans intrigued as they await official confirmations of these potential player changes.