Friends, the eyes of the whole world are currently fixed on the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Cricket fans are also eagerly waiting for it and are also preparing for it. If we talk about the teams present in the IPL, they have also started their preparations, Mumbai Indians, known for their rich history and five championship titles, are taking strategic steps to strengthen their team under the leadership of captain Rohit Sharma.
Taking a bold step, Mumbai Indians can retain many key players who have played an important role in their past successes. Let's know about them-
Hardik Pandya: A dynamic all-rounder, Pandya's ability to change the game makes him invaluable.
Jasprit Bumrah: Known for his excellent bowling, Bumrah remains an important part of the team's strategy.
Suryakumar Yadav: His aggressive batting style has been a vital asset in high-pressure situations.
Ishan Kishan: A consistent performer both behind the stumps and with the bat.
Tim David: Known for his explosive batting, David adds depth to the lineup.
Retaining these players reflects the team management's belief in their ability to carry forward the franchise's success in the upcoming season.
Surprise players likely to be released
Mumbai Indians may opt to release their long-time captain Rohit Sharma. Under his leadership, the team has won five IPL titles, making the decision particularly impressive.
Some of the players likely to be dropped are:
Dewald Brewis
Vishnu Vinod
Shams Mulani
Nehal Wadhera
Kumar Karthikeya
Jason Behrendorff
Romario Shepherd
Gerald Coetzee
Dilshan Madushanka
Shreyas Gopal
Nuwan Thushara
Naman Dheer
Anshul Kamboj
Mohammad Nabi
Shivalik Sharma
These players have struggled in recent seasons, whether due to performance issues or injuries, which prompted the franchise to rethink their strategy.
