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Written By: Ben Crawley
Published: January 3, 2026

Mumbai Indians are one of the most successful teams in Indian Premier League history. They have won the IPL title five times, which shows their consistency and dominance over the years. Known for strong leadership and smart team planning, MI are always a tough side to beat.

As IPL 2026 approaches, the Mumbai Indians aim to build on their rich legacy and chase another title. With a mix of experienced players and young talent, the squad looks balanced and competitive. Team combination and form will be key factors.

This article takes a closer look at the Mumbai Indians IPL Team 2026. It covers the squad details, key players, probable playing XI, major records, and their chances of qualifying for the playoffs.

Mumbai Indians – Owners

Mumbai Indians are owned by Indiawin Sports Private Limited, which is a subsidiary of Reliance Industries, one of India’s largest companies. The franchise is supported by Mukesh Ambani, while Nita Ambani is actively involved in the team’s operations and development. 

Owners
Source: Cricket Times

Since the team started in 2008, the owners have concentrated on long-term planning, solid infrastructure, and talent development. Their ongoing support and professional management have been crucial to Mumbai Indians’ success and five IPL titles.

Mumbai Indians Squad for IPL 2026

Following the IPL Mini Auction 2026, the Mumbai Indians have built a strong team with a solid core and thoughtful additions. The squad features depth in batting, versatility among all-rounders, and diversity in the bowling attack.

Mumbai Indians Squad for IPL 2026
Source: NDTV Sports

Batters: Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Sherfane Rutherford, Danish Malewar, Tilak Varma

Wicket Keepers: Robin Minz, Ryan Rickelton, Quinton de Kock

All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Raj Angad Bawa, Atharva Ankolekar, Mayank Rawat, Corbin Bosch, Will Jacks, Shardul Thakur

Bowlers: Trent Boult, Mayank Markande, Deepak Chahar, Ashwani Kumar, Raghu Sharma, Mohammad Izhar, Allah Ghazanfar, Jasprit Bumrah

Key Players for MI Ahead of IPL 2026

These are the key players for Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2026, expected to make a major impact for the team this season.

PlayerReason
Rohit SharmaExperienced opener who anchors the innings and brings stability at the top.
Hardik PandyaProvides balance as an all-rounder with finishing ability and leadership.
Mitchell SantnerOffers spin control and middle-order stability with handy batting contributions.
Jasprit BumrahMI’s lead pacer, known for death-over mastery and consistent wicket-taking ability.
Tilak VarmaYoung talent with aggressive batting who can adapt well to pressure situations.

Mumbai Indians – Records (IPL 2008-2025)

Mumbai Indians have been one of the most successful IPL teams from 2008 to 2025. Here’s a look at their key records, including top run-scorers, leading wicket-takers, highest totals, and other notable achievements over the years.

1. IPL Standings Every Year

IPL EditionStandingsQualification
20254thPlay-off stage
202410thLeague stage
20234thPlay-off stage
202210thLeague stage
20215thLeague stage
20201stWinner
20191stWinner
20185thLeague stage
20171stWinner
20165thLeague stage
20152ndWinner
20144thPlayoffs
20132ndWinner
20123rdPlayoffs
20113rdPlayoffs
20101stRunners-up
20097thLeague stage
20085thLeague stage

2. Most Runs for MI 

PlayerSpanMatchesRuns
Rohit Sharma2011-20252366149
Kieron Pollard2010-20222113915
Suryakumar Yadav2011-20251143750
Ambati Rayudu2010-20171362635
Sachin Tendulkar2008-2013912599

3. Most Wickets for MI

PlayerSpanMatchesWickets
Lasith Malinga2009-2019139195
Jasprit Bumrah2013-2025148186
Harbhajan Singh2008-2017158147
Kieron Pollard2010-202221179
Mitchell McClenaghan2015-20195671
Hardik Pandya2015-202512167
Trent Boult2020-20254560

4. Highest Individual Score for MI

PlayerScoreOppositionDateVenue
Sanath Jaysuriya114*CSK14 May 2008Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Rohit Sharma109*KKR12 May 2012Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Rohit Sharma105*CSK14 April 2024Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Suryakumar Yadav103*GT12 May 2023Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Suryakumar Yadav102*SRH06 May 2024Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

5. Best Bowling Figures for MI

PlayerBBIOppositionDateVenue
Alzarri Joseph6/12SRH06 April 2019Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad
Akash Madhwal5/5LSG24 May 2023MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Jasprit Bumrah5/10KKR09 May 2022DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai
Lasith Malinga5/13DD10 April 2011Arun Jaitley Stadium, Mumbai
Harbhajan Singh5/18CSK22 April 2011Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

6. Highest Totals

TotalOppositionDateVenue
247/9DC07 April 2024Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
246/5SRH27 March 2024Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad
235/9SRH08 October 2021Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
234/5DC07 April 2024Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
228/5GT30 May 2025New Chandigarh

7. Lowest Totals

TotalOppositionDateVenue
87SRH24 April 2018Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
87KXIP10 May 2011Mohali
92DD16 April 2012Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
92RR17 April 2013Jaipur
92SRH08 May 2016Visakhapatnam

Mumbai Indians’ IPL Journey Through the Years

Mumbai Indians joined the IPL in 2008 and quickly became one of the league’s strongest teams. They focused on building a balanced squad and steadily improved their performances, becoming consistent playoff contenders.

Over the years, MI achieved great success, winning five IPL titles in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020. Players like Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya have played key roles in their victories, while young talents have also contributed significantly.

Mumbai Indians’ IPL Journey Through the Years
Source: Hindustan Times

From their early struggles to dominating the league, the Mumbai Indians’ journey shows good planning, talent development, and resilience. Now, they are ready for the upcoming IPL 2026 season, aiming to add another title to their record.

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