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Mumbai Indians

League	Indian Premier League
Personnel
Captain	Hardik Pandya
Coach	Mahela Jayawardene
Owner	Indiawin Sports Pvt. Ltd.
Manager	Prashant Jangam
Team information
City	Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Founded	24 January 2008; 17 years ago (24 January 2008)
Home ground	Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Capacity	33,100
Secondary home ground(s)	Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai
Secondary ground capacity	50,000
History
Indian Premier League wins	5 (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020)
Champions League Twenty20 wins	2 (2011, 2013)
T20 kit
2024 Mumbai Indians season

The Mumbai Indians are a professional cricket team from Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. They play in the Indian Premier League (IPL), which is a popular Twenty20 cricket league. The team was started in 2008 and is owned by Indiawin Sports, a part of Reliance Industries. Their home stadium is the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

The Mumbai Indians are one of the most successful teams in the IPL. They have won the IPL title five times, in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020. They also won the Champions League Twenty20 twice, in 2011 and 2013. This makes them a very strong team in T20 cricket.

In 2017, Mumbai Indians became the first IPL team to be valued at over $100 million. By 2019, their brand value was estimated to be around $115 million. This shows how popular and successful the team has become.

Currently, Hardik Pandya is the captain of the Mumbai Indians. Mark Boucher is the head coach, with Kieron Pollard as the batting coach and Lasith Malinga as the bowling coach. Rohit Sharma has scored the most runs for the team, and Lasith Malinga has taken the most wickets.

Team History: How Mumbai Indians Started

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) created the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2007. This new Twenty20 cricket competition began in 2008. In January 2008, the BCCI announced the owners for eight city-based teams. The Mumbai team was bought by Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) for $111.9 million. This made it the most expensive team in the league at that time. RIL, owned by Mukesh Ambani, secured the rights to the team for 10 years.

Early Years: Learning and Growing (2008–2009)

The IPL chose four "icon players" who could only play for their city's team. Sachin Tendulkar was named Mumbai's icon player. He also earned more than other players in his team. In the first player auction for the 2008 IPL season, Mumbai bought famous international cricketers. These included Sanath Jayasuriya, Harbhajan Singh, Shaun Pollock, Lasith Malinga, and Robin Uthappa.

Sachin Tendulkar was chosen as the team captain. However, he was injured before the 2008 season began. So, Harbhajan Singh led the team at first. Mumbai had a tough start, losing their first four games. Harbhajan was later suspended from the tournament after an incident during a match. Shaun Pollock then became captain until Tendulkar returned. Under Pollock, Mumbai won six games in a row. They finished fifth in the points table, just missing out on the semi-finals.

The 2009 season was played in South Africa because of general elections in India. Mumbai Indians traded some players before this season. Shaun Pollock retired and became the team's head coach. Lasith Malinga, who missed the previous season, returned. Mumbai also bought South African batsman JP Duminy. After winning their first match, Mumbai struggled to play consistently. They finished seventh in the league table with only five wins.

Becoming a Strong Team (2010–2012)

Lasith Malinga is the leading wicket-taker for MI in IPL with 150 wickets since its inception.

In the 2010 player auction, Mumbai Indians bought Trinidadian all-rounder Kieron Pollard. He was a key player for the team. Robin Singh became the new head coach. Mumbai played their home games at the Brabourne Stadium because the Wankhede Stadium was being renovated.

Mumbai had a great start in 2010, winning seven of their first eight games. Key players like Tendulkar, Malinga, Harbhajan, Ambati Rayudu, and Saurabh Tiwary helped them succeed. They finished at the top of the points table. They reached the final but lost to the Chennai Super Kings by 22 runs. Sachin Tendulkar won the Orange Cap for scoring the most runs that season. Mumbai also played in the 2010 Champions League Twenty20 but were eliminated early.

In 2011, the IPL added two new teams. Mumbai Indians kept Tendulkar, Harbhajan, Pollard, and Malinga. They also bought Rohit Sharma, Andrew Symonds, and Munaf Patel at the auction. Mumbai won eight of their first ten games. They finished third in the league and qualified for the playoffs. They won their Eliminator match against Kolkata Knight Riders but lost the next game to Royal Challengers Bangalore. Lasith Malinga and Munaf Patel were the top wicket-takers that season.

Mumbai then played in the 2011 Champions League Twenty20 in India. Many of their main Indian players were injured. Harbhajan Singh became the stand-in captain. Mumbai reached the semi-final and beat Somerset County Cricket Club. In the final, they faced Royal Challengers Bangalore. Mumbai scored 139 runs. Harbhajan and Malinga bowled very well, helping Mumbai win by 31 runs. This was Mumbai's first major title! Harbhajan was the player of the match, and Malinga was the player of the tournament.

Before the 2012 season, Mumbai Indians traded Dinesh Karthik and Pragyan Ojha. They also bought players like R. P. Singh and Thisara Perera. Sachin Tendulkar stepped down as captain, and Harbhajan was appointed again. Mumbai had mixed results in the first half of the season. They played better in the second half, winning six of eight matches. They finished third and qualified for the Eliminator. However, they lost to the Chennai Super Kings. Mumbai also played in the 2012 Champions League Twenty20 but did not win any matches.

The Double Win (2013)

Rohit Sharma became the captain of Mumbai Indians in 2013 and has since led them to five IPL titles.

In the 2013 IPL, Anil Kumble joined as the chief mentor. Ricky Ponting was the captain at the start, but his batting form was not good. So, Rohit Sharma took over as captain. With advice from Kumble, Jonty Rhodes, and Sachin Tendulkar, the team became very successful.

Mumbai Indians started the 2013 IPL by losing their first match. However, they made a strong comeback in later games. Players like Dinesh Karthik, Kieron Pollard, and Rohit Sharma helped them score big runs. Their bowlers also performed well. Mumbai won many matches and, under Rohit Sharma's leadership, they won their first IPL title!

They continued their winning streak in the 2013 Champions League Twenty20. They had a slow start but won their final group match to qualify. In the final, they scored 202 runs and won comfortably by 33 runs. This meant Mumbai Indians won both the IPL and the Champions League Twenty20 in the same year!

Years of Dominance (2014–2020)

In 2014, Mumbai Indians had a tough start, losing five matches in the UAE. But they made a comeback in India. They won some important games, including against the top-ranked Kings XI Punjab. In their last league match, they needed to win by a large margin against Rajasthan Royals to reach the playoffs. They managed to do this in a thrilling finish, with Aditya Tare hitting a six to secure their spot. However, they lost in the playoffs to the Chennai Super Kings.

Mumbai Indians also played in the 2014 Champions League Twenty20 qualifiers. Kieron Pollard was the captain because Rohit Sharma was injured. They struggled in this tournament and did not qualify for the main stage.

Mumbai Indians won their second IPL title in 2015. They had a bad start, losing their first four matches. But they bounced back strongly. Players like Lendl Simmons, Rohit Sharma, Ambati Rayudu, and Kieron Pollard batted well. Lasith Malinga, Mitchell McClenaghan, and Harbhajan Singh bowled brilliantly. Mumbai won 9 of their last 10 matches to claim the title!

In IPL 2016, Mumbai Indians bought new players like Tim Southee and Jos Buttler. They finished fifth in the points table that season.

In IPL 2017, Mumbai Indians finished at the top of the table. They won 10 out of 14 matches. They went on to win their third IPL title in a very close final against Rising Pune Supergiant. This made them the most successful team in IPL history at that time.

In IPL 2018, Mumbai Indians finished fifth and did not make it to the playoffs.

In IPL 2019, Mumbai Indians won their record fourth IPL title. They beat Chennai Super Kings in the final by just 1 run in a thrilling match. Lasith Malinga took a wicket on the very last ball to secure the win. This win showed Mumbai's strong position in the league. Hardik Pandya scored a very fast 91 runs off 34 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders that season. Alzarri Joseph also set a new IPL record for best bowling figures, taking 6 wickets for 12 runs on his debut.

In IPL 2020, the matches were played in the UAE due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite some doubts, Mumbai Indians played exceptionally well. They became the first team to win the IPL title for the fifth time, beating Delhi Capitals in the final.

Recent Challenges (2021–Present)

Before the 2021 auction, Mumbai Indians released some players. They then bought new players like Nathan Coulter-Nile, Adam Milne, and Piyush Chawla. In the initial matches of IPL 2021, Mumbai struggled on the slow pitches. They lost three of their first five games. Their middle-order batsmen found it hard to score runs. However, they improved later in the season but finished in fifth place.

In 2022, two new teams joined the IPL. Mumbai Indians kept Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Kieron Pollard, and Suryakumar Yadav. They bought Ishan Kishan for a very high price. However, Mumbai had a very tough season. They lost their first eight matches, which was the worst start in IPL history. They finished last in the points table with only four wins.

The 2023 season was a mixed one for Mumbai Indians. Jasprit Bumrah was injured, so Jofra Archer led the pace attack. After a slow start, Mumbai Indians played well, thanks to players like Akash Madhval and Tilak Varma. They finished fourth and qualified for the playoffs. They won against Lucknow Super Giants but then lost to Gujarat Titans, ending their season.

In 2024, Hardik Pandya returned to the team and became the new captain, replacing Rohit Sharma. This change caused a lot of discussion among fans. The team struggled and finished last in the season with only four wins.

Home Ground: Where Mumbai Indians Play

Wankhede Stadium in April 2011 during the World Cup final.

For the first two IPL seasons, Mumbai Indians played their home games at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. In 2010, they played at the Brabourne Stadium because the Wankhede Stadium was being renovated for the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup. Mumbai Indians had a great record at Brabourne, winning six of their seven matches there.

Now, Mumbai Indians play their home games at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This stadium is named after S. K. Wankhede, a former BCCI President. The Mumbai Cricket Association owns the stadium, and it can hold 33,108 people.

Team Identity: Name, Motto, and Colors

The motto of the Mumbai Indians team is "Duniya Hila Denge Hum...", which means "We will rock the world." This motto was used in their first team anthem, featuring Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan.

The team's logo is the Sudarshana Chakra, which is a spinning disc. The team was almost named "Mumbai Razors," but Sachin Tendulkar suggested "Mumbai Indians" instead.

The team's main color is blue, with golden stripes on the sides of the jersey. The kit design has changed slightly over the years. From 2008 to 2014, Adidas made their kits. Since 2015, Performax, a brand from Reliance Trends, has been their kit manufacturer.

Players: Who Has Played for Mumbai Indians?

In the 2008 player auction, Mumbai Indians bought seven players. These included Harbhajan Singh and Robin Uthappa, who were part of India's Twenty20 World Cup-winning team. Other international players like Sanath Jayasuriya, Lasith Malinga, and Shaun Pollock also joined. The team also signed young Indian players like Ajinkya Rahane and Abhishek Nayar.

In 2009, Mumbai Indians signed South African player JP Duminy. They also added Kyle Mills and Mohammad Ashraful.

For the IPL 2010 season, Mumbai Indians bought West Indian all-rounder Kieron Pollard. He became a very important player for the team.

In 2011, the IPL allowed teams to keep a maximum of four players. Mumbai Indians kept captain Sachin Tendulkar, vice-captain Harbhajan Singh, all-rounder Kieron Pollard, and fast bowler Lasith Malinga. At the auction, they bought Rohit Sharma, Munaf Patel, and Andrew Symonds.

At the 2012 IPL player auction, Mumbai Indians signed South African opener Richard Levi and Robin Peterson. They also bought Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson and Indian fast bowler R. P. Singh. Richard Levi replaced Andrew Symonds, who retired. Sachin Tendulkar stepped down as captain before the 2012 season.

For the 2013 IPL player auction, former Australian captain Ricky Ponting was bought by Mumbai Indians and became the new captain. They also bought players like Glenn Maxwell and Nathan Coulter-Nile.

In the 2021 Auction, Mumbai Indians bought Adam Milne, Piyush Chawla, James Neesham, and Nathan Coulter-Nile. They also added young players like Arjun Tendulkar.

Team Captains Over the Years

Last updated: 18 May 2024

Player	Nationality	From	To	Matches	Won	Lost	Tied	NR	Win%	Best Result
Singh, HarbhajanHarbhajan Singh	India	2008	2012	30	14	14	0	2	46.66	Stand-In
Pollock, ShaunShaun Pollock	South Africa	2008	2008	4	3	1	0	0	75	Stand-In
Tendulkar, SachinSachin Tendulkar	India	2008	2011	55	32	23	0	0	58.18	Runners-up (2010)
Bravo, DwayneDwayne Bravo	West Indies	2010	2010	1	0	1	0	0	0	Stand-In
Ponting, RickyRicky Ponting	Australia	2013	2013	6	3	3	0	0	50	Captain for the first half (2013)
Sharma, RohitRohit Sharma	India	2013	2023	163	91	68	4	0	55.82	Winner (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020)
Pollard, KieronKieron Pollard	West Indies	2014	2021	9	5	4	0	0	55.55	Stand-In
Yadav, SuryakumarSuryakumar Yadav	India	2023	2023	1	1	0	0	0	100	Stand-In
Pandya, HardikHardik Pandya	India	2024	Present	14	4	10	0	0	28.57	10/10

Season Performance

Indian Premier League Results

Champions League T20 Results

Current Squad

Mumbai Indians in 2024

Team Staff

• Source: MI website – Support staff

Sponsors and Kit Makers

MasterCard was an early sponsor of Mumbai Indians, and Adidas made their kits until 2014. Later, Etihad Airways became a main sponsor. Since 2015, Performax, a brand from Reliance Trends, has been making their kits. Other sponsors have included Videocon d2h, Samsung, DHL, and IDFC First Bank.

Team Rivalries

Mumbai Indians vs. Chennai Super Kings

The matches between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians are very exciting. They have played against each other more than any other two teams in the IPL. Both teams are very successful and have won many IPL titles. They have met in the IPL final four times, with Mumbai winning three of those matches. This rivalry is often called the "El Clasico" of the IPL, like a big football rivalry.

Mumbai Indians vs. Kolkata Knight Riders

The rivalry between Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders is also very strong. Both teams are based in big cities, Mumbai and Kolkata. Mumbai Indians have won more championships. In the first two IPL seasons, Mumbai won all their games against Kolkata. Kolkata got their first win against Mumbai in 2010.

Both teams have been captained by famous Indian cricketers: Sachin Tendulkar for Mumbai and Sourav Ganguly for Kolkata. Mumbai has a better record in this rivalry, winning 23 games compared to Kolkata's 10 wins. They have played twice in the playoffs.

In 2011, Mumbai beat Kolkata in their first playoff match. In 2012, Kolkata beat Mumbai in a crucial game, stopping Mumbai from reaching the playoffs. Kolkata's owner, Shah Rukh Khan, was banned from the Wankhede Stadium for a few years after an incident, but the ban was lifted in 2015.

In 2017, Mumbai Indians won their 100th T20 match against Kolkata. Later that season, Mumbai beat Kolkata again in the playoffs. Mumbai then went on to win their third IPL title. From 2015 to 2018, Mumbai Indians had an eight-game winning streak against Kolkata. This streak ended in 2019 when Kolkata scored a huge total and won.

Giving Back: Mumbai Indians' Charity Work

Mumbai Indians invited children of the NGOs to watch matches for free.

Mumbai Indians also support a good cause: education for children who are less fortunate. They raise money by selling things like wristbands signed by their players. They support different organizations like Pratham, Ummeed, Akanksha, Teach For India, and Nanhi Kali, which help children get an education.

Team Statistics

Overall IPL Results

Last updated: 18 May 2024

Results Against Other Teams

Last updated: 4 May 2024

Other Teams

• Mumbai Indians (WPL) (Women's team)
• MI New York
• MI Cape Town
• MI Emirates

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