Sun Nov 24 15:11:48 UTC 2024: ## Mumbai Indians Retain Core, Bolster Squad for IPL 2025
**Mumbai, India** – The Mumbai Indians (MI), after a disappointing IPL 2024 season that saw them finish bottom of the table, have made significant moves to rebuild their squad for the upcoming season. The five-time champions retained five key players: captain Hardik Pandya, star bowler Jasprit Bumrah, world No. 1 T20I batter Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma, and rising star Tilak Varma. This core group will form the backbone of MI’s 2025 campaign.
The franchise also strengthened its roster through the IPL 2025 auction, notably acquiring Trent Boult for a hefty 12.5 crore. However, several players were released, including notable names like Ishan Kishan, Dewald Brevis, and Tim David. The released players also included Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar.
The retained players represent a commitment to MI’s established talent, while the auction acquisitions and strategic releases suggest a focus on building a more balanced and competitive team for the next season. The moves signal a clear intent from MI to return to their winning ways in IPL 2025.
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