MUMBAI INDIANS — AIMING FOR A HAT-TRICK

Associate Editor Five-time champions Mumbai Indians are gunning for their third title in a row. They have always been slow starters and the 2021 campaign hasn’t worked well for them. But the defending champions wouldn’t be too worried since they are in the top four and within striking distance of their rivals.

In Rohit Sharma, the team has an unflappable captain, with big hitters Kieron Pollard and Hardik Pandya coming late in the order. They will love the UAE pitches, but their pacers would relish better. Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult and Nathan Coulter-Nile will be rubbing their hands in glee.

Changes: No replacements Captain: Rohit Sharma Head coach: Mahela Jayawardene Owner: Reliance Industries Limited