New Delhi, Nov. 10 -- Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra believes Mumbai Indians' (MI) squad overhaul ahead of the IPL 2027 season could begin with a potential trade involving Hardik Pandya, while backing the release of fast bowler Trent Boult following his underwhelming performance in the previous season.

Speaking on JioStar's Game Plan, Chopra said MI had a well-balanced squad with experience and explosive players, leaving the franchise with little reason to make major changes if the previous season had gone according to plan. However, he identified the possibility of trading Pandya as the key factor that could influence the team's decisions on player retentions and releases.

"If everything had gone well last season, looking at thei...