Mumbai Indians (MI) IPL Team Overview

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The Mumbai Indians (MI) is a franchise cricket team that plays in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The team was formed in 2008 when the IPL was inaugurated, and it is owned by India’s biggest conglomerate, Reliance Industries, headed by Mukesh Ambani. Get the 4RaBet Free Spins and start to play right now! 

Right from its inception, Mumbai Indians have been a formidable force in the IPL, consistently performing well and becoming one of the most successful franchises in the league. 

Mumbai Indians — Main Info

Mumbai Indians achieved their first IPL victory in 2013 under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, and they continued their success by clinching additional titles in 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020. Known for their strong team composition, effective leadership, and star-studded line-up, Mumbai Indians have featured cricketing legends such as Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, and Anil Kumble in various capacities over the years. The franchise’s consistent success has established it as one of the most popular and dominant teams in the IPL, with a massive fan following across the country.

MI Symbols

Colors: Designed by Shantanu & Nikhil, the jersey is made in blue and gold. 

Motto: “Duniya Hila Denge Hum”, which means “We will rock the world”. 

Logo: on the logo, you can see Sudarshan Chakra (or Razor). The reason is that the team’s name was initially supposed to be “Mumbai Razors” before Sachin Tendulkar suggested keeping it Mumbai Indians.

Anthem: The anthem of Mumbai Indians is based on the team motto. 

MI Social Media

Here are the accounts of Mumbai Indians on social media: 

• official site: mumbaiindians.com
• YouTube: mumbaiindians
• Facebook: mumbaiindians
• X (Twitter): mipaltan
• Instagram: @mumbaiindians

MI Homeground

The Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), have two home stadiums, each offering a unique cricketing experience. The iconic Wankhede Stadium, situated in the heart of Mumbai, is the primary home ground for the team. Renowned for its electrifying atmosphere and capacity to hold over 30,000 spectators, Wankhede has witnessed many historic moments, including Mumbai Indians’ triumphs in several IPL seasons. The stadium’s proximity to the Arabian Sea adds to its charm, creating a sea-breeze-infused environment that adds to the excitement of the matches.

The second home venue for the Mumbai Indians is the Dr. D.Y. Patil Sports Complex in Navi Mumbai. This modern stadium, with a seating capacity of around 55,000, provides a state-of-the-art infrastructure and excellent facilities for players and fans alike. Known for its lush outfield and top-notch amenities, the D.Y. Patil Stadium has hosted various high-profile cricket matches, including IPL fixtures. The Mumbai Indians strategically utilize both Wankhede and D.Y. Patil Stadiums to engage with their diverse and passionate fan base spread across different parts of the bustling city and its outskirts.

Mumbai Indians Squad

Mumbai Indians have managed to create a strong and versatile team and assemble an experienced group of coaches.

This ensured that MI became one of the strongest teams in the IPL, having won a large number of titles.

Mumbai Indians Players List

In the IPL 2024, the list of the MI’s retained players included 17 players: 

• Rohit Sharma
• Jasprit Bumrah
• Suryakumar Yadav
• Ishan Kishan
• Piyush Chawla
• Arjun Tendulkar
• N Tilak Varma
• Vishnu Vinod
• Shams Mulani
• Kumar Kartikeya Singh
• Nehal Wadhera
• Akash Madhwal
• Tim David
• Dewald Brevis
• Jason Behrendorff 
• Cameron Green
• Romario Shepherd

One of them, Romario Shepherd, at the end of 2023, was traded to LSG. 

Also, after the IPL 2023, the Mumbai Indians squad released the following players: 

• Mohd Arshad Khan
• Ramandeep Singh
• Hrithik Shokeen
• Raghav Goyal
• Jofra Archer
• Tristan Stubbs
• Duan Jansen
• Jhye Richardson
• Riley Meredith (replacement for Jhye Richardson)
• Chris Jordan (replacement for Jofra Archer)
• Sandeep Warrier (replacement for Jasprit Bumrah)

The remaining purse of MI before the auction for IPL 2024 was 15.25 Crores (actual sum for the first days of December 2023). 

Mumbai Indians Captain

Since IPL 2013, the captain of Mumbai Indians is Rohit Gurunath Sharma. He is an Indian international cricketer and the current captain of the Indian national cricket team in all formats. Considered one of the best batsmen of his generation and one of the greatest opening batters of all time.

He plays as a right-handed batsman for India’s national cricket team in international cricket, Mumbai Indians in IPL, and Mumbai in domestic cricket. The team has won 5 titles under his leadership. He is still the captain for the IPL 2024 season at least, despite the return of the IPL star Hardik Pandya from the GT. 

Mumbai Indians Coaches

In September 2022, Mark Verdon Boucher became the head coach of MI. Boucher is regarded as one of the best wicket-keeper batsmen of all time, and holds the record for the most Test dismissals by a wicket-keeper, with 532 catches and 555 total dismissals. Boucher was a member of the South Africa team that won the 1998 ICC KnockOut Trophy, and it was the only time the country had won an ICC trophy. Before that, in 2019, he was appointed as head coach of the South Africa national cricket team.

On the role of the batting coach, since April 2022, is Kieron Pollard, the former player of MI. In the seasons 2018-2021, and from 2023, the bowing coach role was posed by Latish Malinga who also played for MI for 10 seasons before. 

Mumbai Indians Most Famous Players

The Mumbai Indians, being one of the most successful franchises in the IPL, have had a roster of renowned players over the years. Here are five of the most famous players associated with the Mumbai Indians:

• Sachin Tendulkar: Widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket, Sachin Tendulkar was not just a player but an icon for the Mumbai Indians. He served as the team’s captain in the initial years and played a crucial role in shaping the franchise’s identity. His association with Mumbai Indians is synonymous with the early years of the IPL.
• Rohit Sharma: The current captain of the Mumbai Indians, Rohit Sharma is one of the most successful leaders in IPL history. Under his captaincy, the team has clinched multiple IPL titles. Rohit is also known for his prolific batting, versatility, and leadership skills, making him a key figure in the success of the Mumbai Indians.
• Lasith Malinga: The Sri Lankan pace sensation Lasith Malinga has been a cornerstone of the Mumbai Indians’ bowling attack. His unorthodox sling-arm action and exceptional death-bowling skills have made him one of the most impactful T20 bowlers in the world. Malinga played a crucial role in the Mumbai Indians’ victories, especially in tight situations.
• Kieron Pollard: The dynamic West Indian all-rounder, Kieron Pollard, has been a stalwart for the Mumbai Indians. Known for his explosive batting, athletic fielding, and handy medium-pace bowling, Pollard has been a match-winner for the team on numerous occasions. He has played a pivotal role in Mumbai Indians’ successes, particularly in the latter stages of IPL tournaments.
• Jasprit Bumrah: Regarded as one of the best fast bowlers in the world, Jasprit Bumrah has been a linchpin in Mumbai Indians’ bowling attack. Known for his unique bowling action and ability to deliver in high-pressure situations, Bumrah has consistently been among the leading wicket-takers in the IPL. His performances have played a crucial role in Mumbai Indians’ title triumphs.

These players have not only contributed significantly to the success of the Mumbai Indians but have also left an indelible mark on the history of the IPL.

Mumbai Indians Owners

The Mumbai Indians are owned by India’s largest conglomerate, Reliance Industries. Reliance Industries is a multinational conglomerate led by business magnate Mukesh Ambani. The franchise is owned through a subsidiary company of Reliance Industries: IndiaWin Sports.

Mukesh Ambani’s association with the Mumbai Indians goes back to the inaugural season of the IPL in 2008 when the franchise was acquired by Reliance Industries. In the 2008 IPL team auction MI was bought for $111.9 million.

Mumbai Indians Sponsors

The Mumbai Indians have secured a sponsorship revenue exceeding $17.6 million for the 2023 season. The team’s sponsorship portfolio is encompassing agreements with 28 brands.

The most significant investment comes from Slice, with an annual agreement valued at $4 million. The top five sponsors, which include Slice, DHL, IDFC First Bank, Astral Pipes, and Jio, collectively contribute to 47% of the Mumbai Indians’ total income from sponsorship. The next five sponsors (by the contract values) are Mahindra & Mahindra, Max Life Insurance, Bisleri, BKT, and Garnier Men

Mumbai Indians IPL Results & Stats

Mumbai Indians have a rich history with ups and downs. Here are the most significant moments of MI from all IPL seasons.

2008:

• Season Finish: 5th
• Most Runs: Sanath Jayasuriya — 514 runs
• Most Wickets: Ashish Nehra – 12 wickets
• First IPL century for MI — Sanath Jayasuriya.
• Sachin Tendulkar was named Icon Player; MI was formed.

2009:

• Season Finish: 7th
• Most Runs: JP Duminy — 372 runs
• Most Wickets: Lasith Malinga — 18 wickets
• Zaheer Khan and Lasith Malinga joined MI.
• IPL moves to South Africa; Shaun Pollock becomes Head Coach.

2010:

• Season Finish: Runners-up
• Most Runs: Sachin Tendulkar — 618 runs
• Most Wickets: Harbhajan Singh — 17 wickets
• Sachin Tendulkar wins Orange Cap with 618 runs.
• MI reaches the first-ever IPL final.

2011:

• Season Finish: Playoffs
• Most Runs: Sachin Tendulkar — 553 runs
• Most Wickets: Lasith Malinga — 28 wickets
• MI beats RCB to lift first-ever Champions League T20 trophy.
• Sachin Tendulkar hits his first and only ton for MI.
• Malinga with 28 wickets, finishes as Purple Cap holder.
• Rohit Sharma joins MI.

2012:

• Season Finish: Playoffs
• Most Runs: Rohit Sharma — 433
• Most Wickets: Lasith Malinga — 22 wickets
• Harbhajan takes over captaincy.
• MI’s highest partnership to date — 167* between Gibbs and Rohit.
• Rohit Sharma scores first ton for MI vs KKR.

2013:

• Season Finish: Champions
• Most Runs: Rohit Sharma – 538 runs
• Most Wickets: Harbhajan Singh – 24 wickets
• MI wins second CLT20 trophy; beats RR.
• MI beats CSK to lift first-ever IPL trophy.
• Ricky Ponting steps down mid-season; Rohit Sharma named captain.
• Jasprit Bumrah joins MI.
• Anil Kumble and Ricky Ponting join MI.

2014:

• Season Finish: Playoffs
• Most Runs: Lendl Simmons — 394 runs
• Most Wickets: Lasith Malinga — 16 wickets
• MI hunts down 190 in 14.3 overs; Zaheer Khan returns.

2015:

• Season Finish: Champions
• Most Runs: Lendl Simmons — 540 runs
• Most Wickets: Lasith Malinga — 24 wickets
• MI won 9 out of the last 10 matches for the cup.
• Hardik Pandya joins MI and makes an impact with a blistering 31-ball 61.
• Mitchell McClenaghan joins MI.

2016:

• Season Finish: 5th
• Most Runs: Rohit Sharma — 489 runs
• Most Wickets: Mitchell McClenaghan — 17 wickets
• MI wins by an 80-run margin against Delhi Daredevils.
• Pollard’s 19-ball 40 helps MI chase 171 against RCB.
• Krunal Pandya joins MI.

2017:

• Season Finish: Champions
• Most Runs: Parthiv Patel — 395 runs
• Most Wickets: Jasprit Bumrah —20 wickets
• MI wins third title; Mitchell Johnson’s last-over heroics.
• Kieron Pollard’s crucial 70 rescues MI.
• Jasprit Bumrah’s outstanding spell helps MI reach finals.
• MI’s highest team total: 223/6 vs KXIP.

2018:

• Season Finish: 5th
• Most Runs: Suryakumar Yadav – 512 runs
• Most Wickets: Hardik Pandya – 18 wickets
• MI finishes 5th; Suryakumar Yadav top-scores.
• Lasith Malinga becomes a Bowling Mentor.

2019:

• Season Finish: Champions
• Most Runs: Quinton de Kock — 529 runs
• Most Wickets: Jasprit Bumrah — 19 wickets
• MI won the IPL for the fourth time.
• Quinton de Kock sets a record for most runs and dismissals in a single IPL season.
• Hardik Pandya smashes the fastest fifty of IPL 2019.
• MI becomes the first team to win 100 IPL matches.
• Yuvraj Singh and Zaheer Khan join MI.

2020:

• Season Finish: Champions
• Most Runs: Ishan Kishan — 516 runs
• Most Wickets: Jasprit Bumrah — 27 wickets
• MI wins back-to-back titles, record 5th trophy.
• MI plays the 200th IPL game.
• Rohit Sharma’s 150th IPL match for MI.
• Kieron Pollard’s 150th IPL match.

2021:

• Season Finish: 5th
• Most Runs: Rohit Sharma — 381 runs
• Most Wickets: Jasprit Bumrah — 21 wickets
• MI registers the highest-ever IPL score of 235 against SRH.
• Rohit Sharma scores 1000 runs against a single IPL team (KKR).
• Jasprit Bumrah plays his 100th game for MI; MI achieves the highest IPL run chase (219 against CSK).
• Kieron Pollard hits over 200 sixes in IPL.

2022:

• Season Finish: 10th
• Most Runs: Ishan Kishan — 418 runs
• Most Wickets: Jasprit Bumrah — 15 wickets
• Jasprit Bumrah’s 5/10 vs KKR, Tim David’s 216.27 strike rate standout.
• Tilak Varma, at 19, becomes the youngest MI player to score a 50.

2023:

• Season Finish: Playoffs
• Most Runs: Suryakumar Yadav — 605 runs
• Most Wickets: Piyush Chawla — 22 wickets

Timeline with other IPL teams

For successful bets next season, you may also need statistics from past matches between MI and other teams. Here are the total results with the timeline:

Team	Match played	Wins	Losses
vs Gujarat Titans	4	2	2
vs Kolkata Knight Riders	32	23	9
vs Royal Challengers Bangalore	32	18	14
vs Delhi Capitals	33	18	15
vs Chennai Super Kings	36	20	14
vs Sunrisers Hyderabad	21	12	9
vs Punjab Kings	31	16	15
vs Lucknow Supergiants	4	1	3
vs Rajasthan Royals	28	15	12

It means, for the all-time — in seasons from 2008 to 2023 included, Mumbai Indians reached the second winning percentage 56.68%. The better results have only one team: Chennai Super Kings with almost 59%. 

Conclusion

Mumbai Indians is one of the strongest and most successful teams in the IPL. She has participated in all seasons of the league since its first year. The franchise was the most expensive at the time of its creation at the IPL 2008 auction. Over the past seasons, MI managed to become champions 5 times and made it to the top positions of the tournament table several times. The team has many IPL stars who have been playing for MI for many seasons in a row. Thanks to this, the team has assembled a well-played and confident squad that can be replenished with players with missing skills. MI has a high chance of winning IPL 2024.

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