The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has not started well for the five-time champions Mumbai Indians. They did manage to win their opening game against Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium, breaking a long-standing streak. However, they faced defeats in their next two matches against Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals.
While there were some good moments in their batting, the bowling has been under significant criticism, especially after a heavy loss in a rain-affected match. With momentum slipping early in the tournament, the team led by Hardik Pandya needs to resolve key issues quickly to stay competitive in the playoff race.
Three steps for Mumbai Indians to get back to winning in IPL 2026:
3. Senior players must step up