The IPL Mega Auction looms closer and fans are speculating all the possible targets of the Mumbai Indians (MI) for IPL 2025. Mumbai have retained their core players but still, there is a lot to do on auction day to plug key gaps and bolster their roster. Here’s IPL Auction Mumbai Indians strategy and top 5 targets.
1. Jos Buttler
Jos Buttler is the explosive wicketkeeper-opener everyone will be after on 23 November 2024. After the release of Ishan Kishan, Jos Buttler’s inclusion would address two critical needs for MI—a quality wicketkeeper and a dynamic opening batter. One of the best T20 players in the world and his proven track record in IPL makes him ideal for MI acquisition.
Jos Buttler IPL Stats
| Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Batting Average | 100s | Catches | Stumpings |
| 107 | 3582 | 124 | 38.10 | 7 | 55 | 1 |
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2. Marcus Stoinis
Marcus Stoinis, a power-packed all-rounder, is a value proposition for most teams at the mega auction. The big Australian brings immense value as an enforcer in the middle order and offers an option of 2-3 overs with the ball.
Marcus Stoinis IPL Stats
| Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Bat Avg | 100s | Wickets | Best Figures | Bowl Avg | 5-fer |
| 96 | 1866 | 124* | 28.27 | 1 | 43 | 4/15 | 29.62 | 0 |
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3. Wanindu Hasaranga
Wanindu Hasaranga remains one of the most sought-after players in T20 leagues worldwide. The Sri Lankan spinner will be on Mumbai Indians’ radar since they are looking for a quality spinner with a knack for taking wickets. Moreover, the ability to bat lower down the order makes Hasaranga a tempting prospect.
Wanindu Hasaranga IPL Stats
| Matches | Wickets | Best Figures | Bowling Average | 5-fer |
| 26 | 35 | 5/18 | 21.37 | 1 |
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4. Yuzvendra Chahal
Yuzvendra Chahal started his IPL journey from Mumbai and we might see his return to the franchise in IPL 2025. One of India’s most successful spinners in T20 cricket, Chahal’s addition could give much-needed cushion to Jasprit Bumrah who is the go-to bowler.
Yuzvendra Chahal IPL Stats
| Matches | Wickets | Best Figures | Bowling Average | 5-fer |
| 160 | 205 | 5/40 | 22.44 | 1 |
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5. Marco Jansen
Mumbai Indians could look to bring back red-hot Marco Jansen who is now an established all-rounder. The left-arm quick started his IPL journey with the franchise. Jansen could be the perfect fit for MI’s bowling unit. At Wankhede, where conditions often favor swing bowlers in the initial overs, Jansen’s addition will be quite valuable.
Marco Jansen IPL Stats
| Matches | Wickets | Best Figures | Bowling Average | 5-fer |
| 21 | 20 | 3/25 | 35.75 | 0 |
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Mumbai Indians Auction Purse
MI have spent 75 crores out of 120 crore IPL salary cap this edition. They are now left with 45 crores to spend at the Mega Auction.
| Team | Retained Players | Purse Spent (INR) | Purse Available (INR) |
| CSK | 5 | 65 | 55 |
| DC | 4 | 47 | 73 |
| GT | 5 | 51 | 69 |
| KKR | 6 | 69 | 51 |
| LSG | 5 | 51 | 69 |
| MI | 5 | 75 | 45 |
| PBKS | 2 | 9.5 | 110.5 |
| RCB | 3 | 37 | 83 |
| RR | 6 | 79 | 41 |
| SRH | 5 | 75 | 45 |
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MI Players Retained ahead of Mega IPL 2025 Auction
| Player | Salary (INR) |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 18 Crore |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 16.35 Crore |
| Hardik Pandya | 16.35 Crore |
| Rohit Sharma | 16.30 Crore |
| Tilak Varma | 8 Crore |
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