Cricket Enthusiasts Rejoice as MI Retains Marquee Players Ahead of IPL 2025
Mumbai Indians, the powerhouse of the Indian Premier League (IPL), has once again demonstrated its commitment to building a formidable squad by retaining five of its key players for the upcoming season. Despite a challenging campaign in IPL 2024, the franchise has placed its faith in allrounder Hardik Pandya as the captain, underscoring the team’s belief in his leadership and all-round abilities.
The retention of these players, including Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma, and Tilak Varma, for a total of INR 75 crore is a testament to the franchise’s strategic planning and its determination to maintain the core of its team. With an additional INR 45 crore to build the rest of the squad at the mega auction, MI is poised to assemble a squad that can once again dominate the 100-ball cricket schedule and provide thrilling 100-ball cricket live action for its dedicated fanbase.
Hardik Pandya, who faced criticism and was booed at various venues, including the team’s home ground Wankhede Stadium, during IPL 2024, expressed his gratitude and excitement for the opportunity to lead the team. “It means the world to me, reason being, as I’ve always mentioned, my journey started here. Everything I’ve achieved in my life has been part of Mumbai Indians,” he said in a video released by the franchise.
Jasprit Bumrah, who has been retained at INR 18 crore, becomes MI’s top retention for the first time in his IPL career, further solidifying his position as a crucial member of the team. Rohit Sharma, who has retired from the format, shared his contentment with being the fourth retention, emphasizing his belief that players representing the national team should be given priority.
The franchise’s owner, Akash Ambani, echoed the team’s commitment to building a strong core group, stating, “We are thrilled that the strong legacy of MI will be carried forward by Jasprit, Surya, Hardik, Rohit and Tilak – players who have become synonymous with our team and the brand of cricket we stand for.”
As Cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the upcoming IPL season, the retention of these marquee players by Mumbai Indians has ignited a sense of excitement and anticipation among the backyard cricket, beach cricket, and club cricket communities, who are eager to witness the team’s pursuit of success in the 100-ball cricket schedule and 100-ball cricket live action.
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