IPL 2021 retained players list: List of Players retained by Mumbai Indians ahead of Mega Auction

MI Retained Players List – Mumbai Indians have arguably been one of the most successful sides in the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the course of the past 14 seasons. After having won their maiden title in 2013, Mumbai Indians have went on to become five-time champions of this prestigious event under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma.

IPL Retention

A major part of the franchise’s success can be attributed to their strategy in the auction, which has helped them build strong and well-rounded squads. Ahead of the Mega Auction 2022, MI have plenty of players to choose from to retain for the next season. There has been an announcement which reveals the players retained by Mumbai Indians.

IPL 2022 List of MI Retained Players

According to confirmed reports, Mumbai Indians have nailed down their top two picks for retention ahead of the Mega Auction. The first pick is none other than the skipper himself, Rohit Sharma who has been a mainstay in the team ever since his arrival in the last decade. The second retention was Indian pacer and death over specialist, Jasprit Bumrah. Mumbai Indians still have the option to retain one more Indian player and an overseas player. Kieron Pollard and Suryakumar Yadav were the two other retentions. Hardik Pandya and Ishan Kishan missed out on a retention spot.rya

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Rohit Sharma IPL salary

As things stand, Rohit Sharma is all set to bag a salary of Rs. 14 crore for being retained by his franchise. This means that the star opener will earn this whooping amount for the next three years until the mega auction arrives. Mumbai Indians have achieved unprecedented success under Rohit Sharma, hence there was no clear reason to part ways with their talisman.

Rohit Sharma IPL 2021 Stats

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Jasprit Bumrah IPL salary

The second player on the retention list is Jasprit Bumrah, who has spearheaded the bowling department in the past 7-8 years. Being the second retention, the Indian pacer will bag a sum of Rs.10 cr for each season he remains associated with the franchise. Bumrah has been a stellar performer for Mumbai Indians, and his impact in the death overs has been outstanding to say the least.

Jasprit Bumrah IPL 2021 Stats

Suryakumar Yadav IPL salary

Suryakumar Yadav was the third retention by Mumbai Indians, and the third Indian player to be retained. Suryakumar has amassed several runs in the last four seasons for Mumbai Indians, being a part of two title winning campaigns in 2019 and 2020.

Suryakumar Yadav Stats in IPL 2021:

Kieron Pollard IPL Salary

Kieron Pollard was the last player to be retained by Mumbai Indians. The West Indian all-rounder has been associated with the franchise since 2010, and has been through all the ups and lows. Pollard was retained for a sum of Rs 6 cr.

Kieron Pollard Stats in IPL 2021:

Where to watch IPL Retention Live Updates?

The Indian Premier League retention live updates will be broadcasted on the Star Sports Network. The retention process will be broadcasted in English and Hindi, while it can be streamed live on Disney+Hotstar app at 9:30 PM IST on 30 November.

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