The highly anticipated IPL 2025 season is set to begin on March 22, with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) are gearing up for another title run but face early setbacks with injuries and squad changes.
Predicted Playing XI for Mumbai Indians (MI) in IPL 2025
- Rohit Sharma
- Will Jacks
- Tilak Varma
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Hardik Pandya (C)*
- Naman Dhir
- Robin Minz (WK)
- Mitchell Santner
- Corbin Bosch*
- Trent Boult
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman
*Hardik Pandya will not play the first game and Suryakumar Yadav can lead the side for the first game while Deepak Chahar comes in the 11.
*Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss first 2 weeks of IPL 2025, and can later replace Corbin Bosch
Squad Updates and Key Changes
Corbin Bosch Joins MI as Replacement for Lizaad Williams
Mumbai Indians have signed all-rounder Corbin Bosch as a replacement for South African pacer Lizaad Williams, who has been ruled out of IPL 2025 due to an injury. Bosch, a bowling all-rounder, was previously a reserve player for Rajasthan Royals and was also part of MI Cape Town’s SA20 title-winning team in February this year.
Bosch brings versatility to the squad with his ability to bat in the middle order and bowl at the death. He was a diamond pick for Peshawar Zalmi in PSL 2025 but will now prioritize IPL, as the PSL clashes with the tournament’s schedule.
Jasprit Bumrah Likely to Miss MI’s Opening Matches
Mumbai Indians’ campaign may take a hit as Jasprit Bumrah is reportedly set to miss the first two to three games. According to a report by Times of India, Bumrah is recovering from a lower back injury sustained during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy earlier this year.
A BCCI source revealed that Bumrah has resumed bowling at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru but isn’t at full intensity yet. His return is expected by early April, depending on how his body responds to increased workload.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman Replaces Injured Allah Ghazanfar
In another squad update, Afghanistan’s mystery spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman has replaced Allah Ghazanfar, who is recovering from a back injury. Mujeeb’s experience in powerplay bowling and death overs will be valuable for MI, especially in spin-friendly conditions.
Hardik Pandya to Miss MI’s Opening Match
MI skipper Hardik Pandya will serve a one-match suspension due to the slow over-rate penalty carried forward from last season. This means Rohit Sharma is likely to captain the side in their first game against Chennai Super Kings.
Mumbai Indians Pre-Season Preparations
Ahead of IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians have kicked off their pre-season training under the guidance of head coach Mahela Jayawardene. The coaching staff, which includes bowling coaches Lasith Malinga and Paras Mhambrey, batting coach J Arun Kumar, and fielding coach Carl Hopkinson, is working closely with senior and young players.
Emerging talents like Naman Dhir, Bevon Jacobs, Robin Minz, KL Srijith, Raj Angad Bawa, PSN Raju, Ashwani Kumar, and Vignesh Puthur have joined the camp to fine-tune their skills before the tournament kicks off.
Mumbai Indians face an early challenge with injuries and player replacements, but their squad depth ensures they remain one of the strongest teams in IPL 2025. With Hardik Pandya leading the team, Suryakumar Yadav in fine form, and new additions like Corbin Bosch and Mujeeb Ur Rahman strengthening the side, MI will aim to reclaim their dominance in the tournament.
