Mumbai Indians’ success is primarily attributed to their explosive batting line-up. Five stand out among the numerous talented batters representing the five-time IPL champions. These players have been not only iconic but also incredibly reliable for MI. Fans still cherish their memorable performances. Here are the top five Mumbai Indians batters of all time.
1. Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma, Mumbai India’s captain, is the team’s highest run-scorer in IPL history, having won five IPL titles. He was signed by MI in 2011 and is the most excellent Mumbai Indians batter of all time, with his match-winning performances significantly impacting the team’s success.
2. Kieron Pollard
Kieron Pollard was initially used as a finisher but was promoted up the order for a more significant impact. He played numerous clutch knocks for the Mumbai Indians, including one of his best in the 2013 IPL final. Scoring 3412 runs in 189 games with a strike rate of 147.32, Pollard’s loyalty towards Mumbai is a testament to the family-like bond between player and franchise.
3. Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar is an iconic figure for Mumbai Indians, having played six seasons and leading them to their first IPL title in 2013. He scored 2334 runs in 78 games and remained the only MI player to win the Orange Cap, which he achieved in 2010. Fans still chant his name at Wankhede Stadium, and Rohit Sharma carries his legacy forward.
4. Suryakumar Yadav
Suryakumar Yadav played for MI, then KKR, and returned to MI to score 2036 runs with 15 half-centuries in 69 games. He has displayed versatility in his batting positions and is considered one of the best T20I batters globally. Yadav is on track to become one of the most incredible MI batters.
5. Ambati Rayudu
Ambati Rayudu played his best years with MI, despite currently playing for CSK. He contributed crucially to MI’s incredible wins as an unsung hero and is their third-highest run-scorer in the IPL, with 2416 runs from 114 games. He won three titles in his eight seasons with MI and is still adored by the fans.
