IPL 2019: 5 Most important players for Mumbai Indians this year

#4 Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya has been a vital cog for Mumbai Indians for years now all-round abilities are absolutely important for Rohit Sharma. Pandya can sneak in 3-4 overs every game and hard-hitting ability makes him dangerous in the slog overs. Pandya is likely to play at number 6 and may also be sometimes used to up the ante of the game.

Also, Pandya's ability in the field make him indispensable to this MI team. The all-rounder is a match winner and on any given day can win the match for his team singlehandedly. Pandya hasn't played much for India this year due to various reasons and in the IPL he would be looking to get back in form ahead of the World Cup.

#3 Krunal Pandya

Krunal Pandya

Krunal Pandya, just like his brother Hardik, is very important to MI's chances of winning the IPL this year. He can bowl 4 overs every game and he also has that hard hitting ability which comes handy in the last couple of overs. Krunal is likely to play at number 7 and act as the finisher for Mumbai Indians.

The elder Pandya is also brilliant on the field and has the ability to keep it tight in the middle overs. Krunal doesn't spin the ball much, but keeps it wicket to wicket and doesn't allow any room to the batsman. His tight overs in the middle help Markande take wickets from the other end.