How the Mumbai Indians may line up in IPL 2018

Middle Order

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3. Rohit Sharma

Along with MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma is the most successful captain in IPL history. It did not surprise many when Mumbai Indians retained him for ₹15 crores. With 4207 runs, he is the third highest run-getter in IPL and one of the most successful players in the tournament. His hitting abilities in the shorter format of the game is universally known. He will occupy the all-important No. 3 spot in the Mumbai batting lineup.

4. Suryakumar Yadav

Yadav is back with Mumbai Indians. The 27-year-old was bought by the Mumbai Indians for ₹3.2 crores. He is a versatile batsman and can play anywhere in the lineup. The Mumbai lad will most likely occupy the No. 4 slot in the batting order. He is an aggressive batsman and can score runs quickly. He plays for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy and knows the Wankhede pitch very well.

5. Kieron Pollard

Undoubtedly one of the most important players for the Mumbai Indians. Pollard has been a mainstay in the Mumbai lineup for many years. The Trinidadian is an aggressive batsman and a brilliant finisher. With a strike rate of 147 in IPL, Pollard has single-handedly won a lot of games for Mumbai Indians. His fielding and medium pace bowling add a lot of value to the team.