Mumbai Indians
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| Short Name | MI |
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| League | Indian Premier League (IPL) |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Owner(s) | Reliance Industries |
| City / Region | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Home Ground | Wankhede Stadium |
| Stadium Capacity | 33,108 |
| Team Colors |
Blue |
| Captain | Hardik Pandya |
| Head Coach | Mahela Jayawardene |
| IPL Titles | 5 |
| Website | Official website |
Mumbai Indians (MI) is a popular Indian T20 cricket team from Mumbai, Maharashtra, playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL).They participate in both the Women's Premier League (WPL) and the Indian Premier League (IPL). The team was established in 2008 and is owned by Indiawin Sports, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries. Wankhede Stadium serves as their home field.[1][2]
One of the IPL's most successful teams is the Mumbai Indians. They were the most valuable franchise in 2019 and the first IPL team to surpass $100 million in brand value in 2017.
In 2011 and 2013, the team won the Champions League Twenty20. 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020 are their five IPL victories. Hardik Pandya is the current captain of the Mumbai Indians. The head coach is Mahela Jayawardene. The team's top run scorer is Rohit Sharma, and its top wicket-taker is Lasith Malinga.[3][4]
History
Mumbai Indians started its journey in IPL in 2008. The owners of eight city-based IPL teams were revealed by the BCCI in January 2008. Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) paid $111.9 million for the Mumbai franchise, making it the most costly team at the time. The team's ownership rights were granted to Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries for a period of ten years.[5][6]
Home Ground
For the first two IPL seasons, the Mumbai Indians' home games were held at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Due to renovations at Wankhede Stadium for the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, they played all seven of their home games at Brabourne Stadium in 2010. The Mumbai Indians won six of their seven games at Brabourne Stadium that season.
Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is currently where the Mumbai Indians play their home games. It is owned by the Mumbai Cricket Association and has a seating capacity of 33,108. It is named after former BCCI President S. K. Wankhede.[7]
Team Colors & Logo
Mumbai Indians' motto is "Duniya Hila Denge Hum..." which translates into "We will rock the world." The first team anthem was created on this motto and included the actor Hrithik Roshan.
The team logo represents the Sudarshan Chakra. Initially, the team was to be called Mumbai Razors, but the name was changed to Mumbai Indians on the recommendation of Sachin Tendulkar.
The blue and golden duo is the one most commonly associated with the Mumbai Indians followed by the blue jersey and golden stripes. This design has undergone tiny changes throughout the years. The golden stripes were introduced in 2010. Adidas was producing the jerseys from 2008 to 2014 and the jerseys were made by the Performax, a Reliance brand, since 2015.[8][9][10]
Key Personnel
- Owner: Reliance Industries
- Captain: Hardik Pandya
- Head Coach: Mahela Jayawardene
- Batting Coach: Kieron Pollard
- Bowling Coach: Lasith Malinga[11]
Current Squad
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | Batter |
| Suryakumar Yadav | Batter |
| Robin Minz | Wicket-keeper Batter |
| Sherfane Rutherford | Batter |
| Ryan Rickelton | Wicket-keeper Batter |
| Quinton de Kock | Wicket-keeper Batter |
| Danish Malewar | Batter |
| Tilak Varma | Batter |
| Hardik Pandya | All-rounder |
| Naman Dhir | All-rounder |
| Mitchell Santner | All-rounder |
| Raj Angad Bawa | All-rounder |
| Atharva Ankolekar | All-rounder |
| Mayank Rawat | All-rounder |
| Corbin Bosch | All-rounder |
| Will Jacks | All-rounder |
| Shardul Thakur | All-rounder |
| Trent Boult | Bowler |
| Mayank Markande | Bowler |
| Deepak Chahar | Bowler |
| Ashwani Kumar | Bowler |
| Raghu Sharma | Bowler |
| Mohammad Izhar | Bowler |
| Allah Ghazanfar | Bowler |
Notable Players
| Player | Role | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | Batter | Current captain and leading run-scorer of the team |
| Kieron Pollard | All-rounder | Long-time match-winner and key overseas all-rounder |
| Lasith Malinga | Bowler | Leading wicket-taker and legendary death-overs specialist |
| Hardik Pandya | All-rounder | Power-hitter and key all-rounder in middle order |
| Quinton de Kock | Wicket-keeper batter | Reliable overseas wicket-keeper and top-order batter |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Bowler | Ace fast bowler and match-winner in key games |
| Suryakumar Yadav | Batter | Stylish top-order batter and consistent performer |
| Trent Boult | Bowler | Leading overseas fast bowler in recent seasons |
Achievements & Records
Indian Premier League Championships
| Year | Opponent | Final Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Chennai Super Kings | MI Won |
| 2015 | Chennai Super Kings | MI Won |
| 2017 | Rising Pune Supergiant | MI Won |
| 2019 | Chennai Super Kings | MI Won |
| 2020 | Delhi Capitals | MI Won |
Performance & Season Summary
| Year | Matches | Won | Lost | Group Stage | Final Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 5th out of 8 | League stage |
| 2009 | 14 | 5 | 8 | 7th out of 8 | League stage |
| 2010 | 16 | 11 | 5 | 1st out of 8 | Runners-up |
| 2011 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 3rd out of 10 | Play-offs (Qualifier 2) |
| 2012 | 17 | 10 | 7 | 3rd out of 9 | Play-offs (Eliminator) |
| 2013 | 19 | 13 | 6 | 2nd out of 9 | Champions |
| 2014 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 4th out of 8 | Play-offs (Eliminator) |
| 2015 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 2nd out of 8 | Champions |
| 2016 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 5th out of 8 | League stage |
| 2017 | 17 | 12 | 5 | 1st out of 8 | Champions |
| 2018 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 5th out of 8 | League stage |
| 2019 | 16 | 11 | 5 | 1st out of 8 | Champions |
| 2020 | 16 | 11 | 5 | 1st out of 8 | Champions |
| 2021 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 5th out of 8 | League stage |
| 2022 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 10th out of 10 | League stage |
| 2023 | 16 | 9 | 7 | 4th out of 10 | Play-offs (Qualifier 2) |
| 2024 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 10th out of 10 | League stage |
| 2025 | 16 | 9 | 7 | 4th out of 10 | Play-offs (Qualifier 2) |
Fan Base & Popularity
Mumbai Indians (MI) are the ones that hold the title of being the most popular and widely followed team in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Besides having star players like Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya, the team also has a large fan base across the globe, that is, in places like Mumbai, other parts of India, and even the rest of the world. Every match at their home stadium, Wankhede, is attended by a group of loyal and cheering fans. Additionally, MI's presence on social media is immense and they are therefore one of the most followed IPL teams online. The franchise has consistently topped the league in terms of value, hitting the $100 million mark in 2017 and by 2019, the brand value was estimated at approximately ₹809 crore (~$115 million). Their popularity has been augmented through the sale of official merchandise, fan clubs, and promotional activities such as their anthem “Duniya Hila Denge Hum”. With the team’s winning history, A-list cast, and powerful marketing, Mumbai Indians have won the hearts and recognition of the cricket world and become one of the most adored and acknowledged teams ever.[13]
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See also
References
- ↑ IPL brand valuation soars 13.5% to Rs 47,500 crore: Duff & Phelps . In The Economic Times . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ Brand IPL gets stronger, valuation soars to $5.3 billion . In The Economic Times . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ Mumbai Indians crowned IPL 2017 champions . In The GenX Times (Archived) . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ Hardik Pandya to captain Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024 season, replacing Rohit Sharma . In Sportstar (The Hindu) . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ Franchises for board's new Twenty20 league . In ESPNcricinfo . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ IPL announces franchise owners . In ESPNcricinfo . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ Mumbai Indians’ 2025 home ground: Wankhede Stadium key stats and records . In Sportstar (The Hindu) . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ IPL 6 finals: Mumbai Indians stay true to their motto 'Duniya Hila Denge Hum', lift the IPL title . In DNA India . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ Mumbai Indians are corporates' favourites . In NDTV Sports . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ IPL 2020: Mumbai Indians unveil new kit for Indian Premier League in UAE . In Hindustan Times . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ Mumbai Indians Official Website . In Mumbai Indians . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ Mumbai Indians – Team Profile . In Official IPLT20 . Retrieved 9 January 2026
- ↑ Mumbai Indians registers 10,00,000 fan base on Facebook . In The Times of India . Retrieved 9 January 2026