In a significant development ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, the Mumbai Indians (MI) have made a pivotal acquisition by re-signing New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult for an impressive Rs 12.50 crore at the IPL mega auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This strategic move has garnered praise from former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar, who highlighted the franchise’s adeptness in addressing their specific needs.
Trent Boult, a seasoned campaigner with 104 IPL matches and 121 wickets, has been instrumental in MI’s successes during the 2020-21 seasons. His extensive experience spans stints with multiple franchises, including Rajasthan Royals, Delhi Capitals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Kolkata Knight Riders, before rejoining Mumbai Indians. Boult’s prowess in swinging the ball and his ability to secure early wickets in the powerplay make him a valuable asset, especially on the Wankhede Stadium’s conducive new ball conditions.
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Sanjay Bangar commended MI’s decision, stating, “Typically, MI doesn’t reacquire players who have previously played for them. However, they made an exception this time with Trent Boult. MI consistently targets overseas pace bowlers, and with Boult, they’ve secured exactly what they needed. The new ball at Wankhede always offers a bit of movement, which perfectly suits Boult’s strengths – swinging the ball and taking early wickets in the powerplay.”
Boult’s return to MI comes at a crucial time as the franchise aims to rebuild after a disappointing IPL 2024 season, where they finished at the bottom with only four wins and ten losses under the leadership of Hardik Pandya. In response to last season’s underperformance, MI has undertaken significant roster adjustments, including retaining their core ‘Fab Four’—Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, Tilak Varma, and Suryakumar Yadav—alongside Jasprit Bumrah. This reinforced lineup is expected to provide the stability and firepower necessary to reclaim their dominant position in the league.
Mumbai Indians Squad for IPL 2025
| Player Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah | Retained |
| Suryakumar Yadav | Retained |
| Hardik Pandya | Retained |
| Rohit Sharma | Retained |
| Tilak Varma | Retained |
| Trent Boult | Rs. 12.50 Crores |
| Naman Dhir | Rs. 5.25 Crores |
| Robin Minz | Rs. 65 Lakhs |
| Karn Sharma | Rs. 50 Lakhs |
| Ryan Rickelton | Rs. 1 Crore |
| Deepak Chahar | Rs. 9.25 Crores |
| Allah Ghazanfar | Rs. 4.80 Crores |
| Will Jacks | Rs. 5.25 Crores |
| Ashwani Kumar | Rs. 30 Lakhs |
| Mitchell Santner | Rs. 2 Crores |
| Reece Topley | Rs. 75 Lakhs |
| Krishnan Shrijith | Rs. 30 Lakhs |
| Raj Angad Bawa | Rs. 30 Lakhs |
| Satyanarayana Raju | Rs. 30 Lakhs |
| Bevon Jacobs | Rs. 30 Lakhs |
| Arjun Tendulkar | Rs. 30 Lakhs |
| Lizaad Williams | Rs. 75 Lakhs |
| Vignesh Puthur | Rs. 30 Lakhs |
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