The Mumbai Indians franchise sent shockwaves through the auction hall, executing a bold overseas strategy that could either be their masterplan for a sixth title or an expensive gamble. The Akeal Hosein acquisition at ₹35 crore — nearly double the previous record for a spinner — signals MI's intent to dominate spin-friendly pitches. Mumbai Indians broke the bank at the IPL 2026 mega auction, spending ₹89 crore on three overseas players including a record ₹35 crore for West Indian pacer Akeal Hosein. Mumbai Indians Go All-In: Record ₹89 Crore Splurge Reshapes IPL Landscape. Watch every IPL 2026 match live on Cricbuzz the official cricket streaming service for USA & Canada. HD streaming, live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, highlights, videos, news, and more.