Mumbai Indians
Like fellow 2010 finalists Chennai, Mumbai looked to retain the core of the team that served them well last time out. Having achieved this, Mumbai have a solid foundation in all disciplines, with the batting prowess of skipper Sachin Tendulkar backed up by the all-round explosiveness of Kieron Pollard and the complementary wizardry of Lasith Malinga and Harbhajan Singh.
The acquisition of Rohit Sharma and a host of talented non-capped Indian players will be important in ensuring the team will not have to rely heavily on its foreign stars. Based on the 2010 Champions League, Davy Jacobs looks a great buy, particularly as the South African can also keep wicket.
The presence of the mercurial Andrew Symonds is an interesting one, with the Australian’s ability to still perform at the highest level unknown.
Team Facts
| Coach: |  Robin Singh |
|---|---|
| Captain: | Sachin Tendulkar |
| Colours: | Blue and White |
| Founded: | 2008 |
| Home ground: | Wankhede Stadium (Capacity: 33000) Brabourne Stadium (Capacity: 20000) |
| Owner: | Reliance Industries Limited |
| Website: | Mumbai Indians |
» TEAM PROFILE
- Abu Nechim
- Aditya Tare
- Aiden Blizzard
- Ali Murtaza
- Ambati Rayudu
- Andrew Symonds
- Davy Jacobs
- Dhawal Kulkarni
- Dilhara Fernando
- Harbhajan Singh
- James Franklin
- Kieron Pollard
- Lasith Malinga
- Moises Henriques
- Munaf Patel
- Pawan Suyal
- Rajagopal Sathish
- Rohit Sharma
- Sachin Tendulkar
- Santosh Yadav
- Sarul Kanwar
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tirumalasetti Suman
- Yuzvendra Chahal
» STENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES
The Indians have considerable depth in most areas, which should stand them in good stead in a tournament of such an intense nature. Although untested in the IPL, Jacobs and Aidan Blizzard can competently hold matters together at the top of the order with the help of Tirumalasetti Suman, should Tendulkar not be available, while Symonds, James Franklin and Moises Henriques cover the role of back-up all-rounder.
Weaknesses
Perhaps the only area where one could criticise Mumbai is their lack of out-and out-pace to back up Malinga, with the loss of Zaheer Khan evident here. Should the Sri Lankan be injured, the likes of Munaf Patel, Franklin, Ali Murtuza and Henriques will need to step up and fill the void, with none of the quartet particularly express.
» FIXTURES
Home Matches
| Apr 15, 2011 Friday | Kochi Tuskers Kerala | |
| Apr 20, 2011 Wednesday | Pune Warriors | |
| Apr 22, 2011 Friday | Chennai Super Kings | |
| May 02, 2011 Monday | Punjab Kings | |
| May 07, 2011 Saturday | Delhi Daredevils | |
| May 14, 2011 Saturday | Deccan Chargers | |
| May 20, 2011 Friday | Rajasthan Royals |
Away Matches
| Apr 10, 2011 Sunday | Delhi Daredevils (Delhi) | Mumbai Indians won by 8 wickets (with 19 balls remaining) |
| Apr 12, 2011 Tuesday | Royal Challengers (Bangalore) | Mumbai Indians won by 9 wickets |
| Apr 24, 2011 Sunday | Deccan Chargers (Hyderabad) | |
| Apr 29, 2011 Friday | Rajasthan Royals (Jaipur) | |
| May 04, 2011 Wednesday | Pune Warriors (Dr DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai) | |
| May 10, 2011 Tuesday | Punjab Kings (Mohali) | |
| May 22, 2011 Sunday | Kolkata Knight Riders (Kolkata) |
» SCORECARDS
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