Rohit Sharma And..? 3 Best Powerplay Batting Options For MI In IPL 2025

3 Best Powerplay Batters For MI In IPL 2025 [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X.com]

Mumbai Indians (MI), five-time IPL champions, will be on a mission to reclaim their lost glory in the IPL 2025 season. Last year, they finished at the bottom of the table under Hardik Pandya’s captaincy debut.

However, this year, MI has built a strong squad. Firstly, they retained their core, featuring Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma.

Moreover, during the auction table, MI made some notable moves. For instance, they brought back ace pacer Trent Boult to pair him up with world-class pacer Bumrah.

Having said that, MI’s strength lies in their batting, especially top order. Here are three key batters who can dominate the powerplay in IPL 2025, thus offering a sensational start to MI.

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3. Ryan Rickelton

Ryan Rickelton [Source: @LoyalSachinFan/X.com]

South African wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton is a dynamic top-order batsman who could be MI’s X-factor in IPL 2025. With Ishan Kishan leaving for SRH, Rickelton will likely open the innings with Rohit Sharma. Rickelton is a fearless hitter with aggressive intent. 

As a left-hander, he provides the right balance in the lineup. His form in SA20 and T20Is has been sensational which initially prompted MI to pick him in the mega auction. Hence, Rickelton is the best batter MI has in the lineup to dominate the powerplay.

2. Suryakumar Yadav

Suryakumar Yadav [Source: @Shebas_10dulkar/X.com]

Suryakumar Yadav is MI’s most destructive T20 batter, capable of accelerating at any stage. India’s T20I captain is likely to bat at no.3 for MI in IPL 2025, meaning Yadav will find himself batting in the powerplay in case of early wickets. SKY’s unique ability is to play unorthodox shots and manipulate the field, which makes him the best powerplay batter. 

If he steps in early, Yadav can dismantle bowlers with his fearless stroke play, putting MI in a commanding position. Suryakumar has been MI’s best batter in the previous couple of seasons and hence, he will look to dominate once again.

1. Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X.com]

Former captain Rohit Sharma is MI’s biggest powerplay strength for the IPL 2025 season. His ability to time the ball effortlessly and find gaps early makes him a dangerous batter in the powerplay. He utilises field restrictions effectively, attacking pacers and rotating strikes against spinners. Rohit’s biggest strength is his aggressive and fearless intent. 

Moreover, with his recent success in Champions Trophy 2025, Rohit’s confidence will be sky-high and he won’t bat under any sort of pressure. With exceptional experience and hunger to win, Sharma will look to be more aggressive and provide MI with flying starts.

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