Mumbai: Mumbai Indians proudly announce the retention of their core players — Jasprit Bumrah, Surya Kumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, and Tilak Varma — with Hardik set to lead the team as captain in the upcoming IPL 2025 season. These players, known for their outstanding performance and commitment, have been central to Mumbai Indians’ success and are set to bring renewed focus, energy, and dedication to the team.
Akash Ambani, Mumbai Indians stated: “We have always believed that the strength of a family lies in its core and this belief has been reinforced during the course of recent events. 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. In the past month, the MI core group, along with our coaching staff, have come together and worked closely to establish a shared vision for MI. This unified effort reinstates MI’s commitment to building strong trust and ownership amongst our core group, our fans & other stakeholders. We will strive to continue playing the passionate brand of cricket everyone expects from us.”
Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma have been the pillars of multiple title-winning campaigns for Mumbai Indians, consistently contributing to the team’s dominance in the league. Joining these stalwarts is Tilak Varma, who has risen as one of the brightest young talents in the IPL, bringing fresh energy and skill to the field. Each of these players has delivered match-winning performances that have not only led to victories but also built a deep bond with fans, who eagerly support their journey every season.Mumbai Indians has been home to Rohit Sharma since 2011, Jasprit Bumrah since 2013, Suryakumar Yadav for nine IPL editions, Hardik Pandya across eight campaigns, and Tilak Varma since 2022. Their strong history with the team reflects their dedication and shared commitment to MI’s values. As the core of the team, they embody the MI spirit of resilience and excellence, with a shared goal to elevate the team to even greater
heights.
