ANNOUNCED: Mumbai Indians’ retained players for IPL 2026

By Mumbai Indians | 15 Nov, 2025

Mumbai Indians have announced its list of retained players, affirming the team’s commitment to continuity and long-term excellence, ensuring that the dynamic core that drives the 'OneFamily' remains integral.

Your beloved stars aren't going anywhere!

The foundation of MI's success stays rock solid. Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma will continue their legacy in Blue and Gold - because some partnerships are just meant to last.

The pace attack that keeps Paltan on the edge

With Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar leading the charge, MI's bowling unit is primed. Fast. Furious. Fearless.

Global game-changers return

Ryan Rickelton, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner and Corbin Bosch, proved they belong in the Blue and Gold. They stepped up when it mattered last season - and they're ready to do it all over again and AM Ghazanfar will look forward to his debut season with MI (missed the 2025 season due to injury).

Tomorrow's game-changers

MI's youth brigade isn't just the future - they're NOW. Breakout sensations Naman Dhir, Ashwani Kumar, Raj Angad Bawa, Raghu Sharma and Robin Minz get another chance to light up the Wankhede and the IPL with their explosive cricket.

A winning trade

Shardul Thakur, Sherfane Rutherford and Mayank Markande join the squad - proven performers who will add that extra edge to an already formidable line-up.

Players released and traded

Ahead of the auctions - keeping in mind strategic adjustments and squad balance, it includes the release of seven players: Karn Sharma, Bevon Jacobs, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Vignesh Puthur, KL Shrijith, PSN Raju, Reece Topley and Lizaad Williams along with the trade of Arjun Tendulkar.

Mumbai Indians management extend their deepest gratitude to all the players and acknowledge their commitment and hard work during their time in the Blue and Gold and wish them every success as they embark on their next chapter in professional cricket.