IPL 2020: Favourites Mumbai Indians Look To Break ‘Odd' Jinx

Mumbai have gone on to win the trophy three more times, all under the same skipper...

- RENIN WILBEN

Mumbai Indians have had an intriguing journey in the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the years. In the initial editions, despite being led by the great Sachin Tendulkar and the presence of legends like Sanath Jayasuriya, Shaun Pollock, and Ricky Ponting, Mumbai somehow failed to produce champion stuff. After being knocked out in the league stage in 2008 and 2009, they made the finals in 2010 but went down to Chennai Super Kings.

After struggling for the next two seasons, they finally found their mojo in 2013 when Rohit Sharma led them to their maiden title triumph. Since, Mumbai have gone on to win the trophy three more times, all under the same skipper, making them the most successful franchise in the T20 League. As MI prepare to defend their crown, here’s a detailed analysis of the team’s IPL 2020 squad.

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