Mumbai Indians (MI), the most successful team in IPL history, is gearing up for recovery after a dismal 2024 season. The franchise, which sat bottom of the table with just eight points, was heavily criticized for its performances and captaincy shuffle. However, the IPL 2025 mega auction has presented a fresh start and team owner Akash Ambani believes the revamped team is ready to get MI back to their winning ways.
A new start with a balanced squad
In his post-auction speech, Akash Ambani expressed satisfaction with the team’s strategic choice. “I am very happy with this position because now I can play 12 matches. I am happy with all the players we have got so far,” Ambani said.
In the 2025 auction, MI acquired 14 players, including key names like Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar and Will Jacks. The franchise also used the Right to Match (RTM) card to bring in young talents like Robin Minz, Raj Angad Bawa and Naman Dhir. With these additions, MI now boasts a total of 19 players, forming what Ambani calls a “perfectly balanced team”.
Balance between legacy and future
Releasing some iconic players was a difficult decision for the franchise. MI had to let go of Ishan Kishan and several other stars, much to the disappointment of their fans. Ambani acknowledged the emotional difficulty of the decision, saying: “Of course it is disappointing to lose so many former Mumbai Indians players.” “Over the past three years, we’ve done a lot of thinking about what balance we really need to win and how.”
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Parting ways with former MI stars saw the team prioritize technique and strategy to adapt to the evolving T20 game. “We had to balance the emotional aspect of buying players with the skills required for this new T20 game,” Ambani explained, emphasizing the need for a forward-thinking approach.
Maintain core strength
Before the auction, MI had retained a strong core that included Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma. These players bring leadership, experience and consistency and form the backbone of the team. Despite criticism of Hardik Pandya’s captaincy during the 2024 season, the team showed faith in his leadership.
Now that the squad is assembled, the focus shifts to execution. “I am very disappointed to have lost so many former MI players who gave us so much success. I wish them all the best for the new franchise, but I am also happy with what we have achieved at MI,” Ambani said. conclusion.
Mumbai Indians fans will be eagerly awaiting the team’s performance in the upcoming season. With a balanced team, young talent and experienced leaders, MI seems ready to regain their dominance in the IPL. Can this revamped team deliver the results envisioned by Akash Ambani? Only time will tell.
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