3 reasons why Mumbai Indians is the most successful franchise in IPL history

#1 Rohit Sharma's impeccable success as T20 captain

Rohit Sharma

With 4,898 runs to his name, Rohit Sharma is the third-highest scorer in the IPL, and he has grown into a captain who leads from the front. Rohit's natural striking abilities and tactical leadership, replete with well-executed strategies, have allowed him to capture four titles for Mumbai Indians.

Ever since donning the blue-gold jersey in 2011, Rohit has become an integral part of the Mumbai Indians. He received the captaincy hat after Ricky Ponting resigned mid-season in 2013, and MI went on to win all of their home games. Rohit ended as the top scorer of that season with 538 runs, helping the team lift their first-ever IPL trophy.

The franchise is known to have slow starts to their campaign every year. But Rohit still prioritizes on sticking with his squad, without making any notable changes to the lineup. That was one of the key features in their 2015 campaign; MI went on to win nine out of their last 10 games to clinch their second title.

Rohit understands every player's strengths and weaknesses, and uses them accordingly. Mumbai Indians have a proper set-up of frontline players along with as trong bench strength. Rohit knows when to use each member of the squad, and often succeeds in dismantling the opposition's plans with his smart moves and surprise tactics.

Mumbai Indians have always had a smoothly-functioning management, filled with competent analysts. That has helped Rohit grow as a tactical captain, where he understands the use of the right bowler against the opposition.

Such kind of planning and execution helps any T20 side gain momentum and ultimately win the big prize.