Mumbai Indians
Paltan, Aala Re! The Most Successful IPL Franchise.
- Captain (IPL 2024): Hardik Pandya (TBC for 2025)
- Coach (IPL 2024): Mark Boucher (TBC for 2025)
- Home Ground: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Owner: Indiawin Sports (Reliance Industries)
- IPL Titles: 5 (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020)
One Family: The MI Legacy
"Mumbai Indians have built a dynasty on the foundations of scouting brilliance, nurturing talent, aggressive cricket, and an unwavering winning mentality. They are synonymous with IPL success."
Based in the heart of Mumbai, the Mumbai Indians (MI) represent the pinnacle of T20 franchise success. With a record-tying five IPL titles, MI has consistently set benchmarks through astute auction strategies, identifying and backing young talents (like Bumrah, Hardik Pandya initially), and playing a fearless brand of cricket. Their home ground, the Wankhede Stadium, is a cauldron of noise and support from the passionate 'Paltan'.
Known for their powerful batting lineups and potent pace attacks, MI has overcome challenges and controversies to remain perennial title contenders. After a transitional phase and changes in leadership/coaching, MI enters IPL 2025 aiming to reclaim their throne and add a sixth star to their crest.
MI Squad - IPL 2025 (Tentative)
Note: Final squads post-mega auction may vary significantly. This is based on key players from previous seasons.
Batsmen
- 🇮🇳 Rohit Sharma
- 🇮🇳 Suryakumar Yadav
- 🇮🇳 Tilak Varma
- 🇿🇦 Dewald Brevis
- 🇮🇳 Nehal Wadhera
- ❓ Auction Buy / Retained
Bowlers
- 🇮🇳 Jasprit Bumrah
- 🇮🇳 Piyush Chawla
- 🇦🇺 Jason Behrendorff
- 🇮🇳 Akash Madhwal
- 🇱🇰 Dilshan Madushanka (?)
- ❓ Auction Buy / Retained
- ❓ Auction Buy / Retained
All-rounders
- 🇮🇳 Hardik Pandya (Captain?)
- 🇦🇺 Tim David
- 🇦🇫 Mohammad Nabi (?)
- 🇿🇦 Romario Shepherd (?)
- ❓ Auction Buy / Retained
Wicket-Keepers
- 🇮🇳 Ishan Kishan
- ❓ Vishnu Vinod (?) / Auction Buy
MI's Pillars of Strength
Rohit Sharma
Batsman
The 'Hitman', former captain and one of IPL's most successful players. His runs at the top are vital.
Jasprit Bumrah
Bowler
Arguably the world's best T20 bowler. Leads the pace attack with lethal yorkers and clever variations.
Suryakumar Yadav
Batsman
Mr. 360° for MI. Incredibly innovative and destructive middle-order batsman capable of changing games.
Hardik Pandya
All-rounder / Captain?
Dynamic all-rounder and potential captain. His fitness and form with both bat and ball are crucial.
Tilak Varma
Batsman
Exciting young left-hander who has become a mainstay in the middle order with consistent performances.
The Wankhede Roar
The Wankhede Stadium, located near Mumbai's Marine Drive, is the iconic home ground of the Mumbai Indians. It has witnessed countless historic moments, including India's 2011 World Cup victory and several IPL finals.
Known for its relatively true pitch with good bounce and carry, Wankhede often produces high-scoring encounters. The short boundaries, especially straight and square, make it a batsman's paradise. The atmosphere generated by the passionate MI 'Paltan' makes it one of the most intimidating venues for visiting teams.
- Capacity: Approx. 33,000
- Ends: Garware Pavilion End, Tata End
- Known For: True bounce, High scores, Electric atmosphere
