4 Players Mumbai Indians Are Likely To Release Ahead Of IPL 2024 Auction

image-lpdphu5tRohit Sharma & co. [Twitter]

It's that time of the year when Indian Premier League (IPL) teams engage in strategic maneuvers to fortify their squads for the upcoming IPL 2024 season. The IPL 2024 auction, scheduled for December 19, promises intense bidding wars as franchises aim to secure their preferred players.

Mumbai Indians (MI), a powerhouse in IPL history with five titles to their name, are not immune to the winds of change. Despite their consistent success, the team is poised to make some strategic releases, parting ways with players who may no longer align with their evolving team dynamics.


1) Jofra Archer

image-lpdpb02pJofra Archer [Twitter]

Known for his blistering pace and innate talent, Jofra Archer has been a key asset for Mumbai Indians. However, persistent injury concerns and his absence in the last IPL season may lead the franchise to explore alternative options. With Jasprit Bumrah's return and Akash Madhwal's emergence as another proficient Indian yorker specialist, Mumbai might opt to release Archer and seek a promising specialist to bolster their pace attack.

2) Ramandeep Singh

image-lpdpdfj0Ramandeep Singh [Twitter]

The middle-order dilemma has plagued Mumbai Indians, and despite his potential, Ramandeep Singh could face the axe. Having not featured in any matches during IPL 2023, Mumbai might release Ramandeep to make room for another promising player capable of fortifying the middle order. The focus is on adding depth and stability to the batting lineup, a crucial aspect in the T20 format.

3) Duan Jansen

image-lpdpf8boDuan Jansen [Twitter]

Duan Jansen, the promising left-arm pacer, made his IPL debut in a challenging encounter against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Unfortunately, his figures of 1 for 53 off 4 overs raised concerns. Despite MI's powerful batting unit managing to recover ground in that match, Duan found himself benched for the rest of the campaign. Mumbai Indians might choose to release Duan Jansen, looking for a more consistent performer to strengthen their bowling unit.

4) Shams Mulani

image-lpdph0m1Shams Mulani [Twitter]

Shams Mulani, the bowling all-rounder with a commendable journey from net-bowler to Mumbai's squad, might find himself on the release list. Despite not making his IPL debut, Mumbai might be inclined to secure the services of another player who brings a fresh dynamic to the team, whether in terms of spin bowling or contributing with the bat in the lower order. The release of Shams Mulani could be part of Mumbai's strategy to infuse versatility into their squad composition.