WPL Retention 2025 Full List Of MI Retained Players: Check Mumbai Indians Released & Retained Players List | Cricket News

As the Women’s Premier League (WPL) approaches its much-awaited third season in 2025, teams are busy crafting their ideal lineups through strategic retention and release decisions. Among them, the Mumbai Indians, champions of the WPL’s inaugural season, are focusing on building a squad that balances experience and fresh talent. Led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, Mumbai is looking to fine-tune its roster, keeping an eye on weaknesses exposed in the 2024 season.

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Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Pooja Vastrakar, Yastika Bhatia, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr, Chloe Tryon, Amanjot Kaur, Saika Ishaque, Jintimani Kalita, S Sajana, Keerthana Balakrishnan, Shabnim Ismail

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Priyanka Bala, Humairaa Kaazi, Fatima Jaffer, Issy Wong

Mumbai Indians’ performance in the previous season underscored both their strengths and areas requiring improvement. The team, known for its potent lineup, fell short in 2024, exiting in the Eliminator after a narrow loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. With a solid record of 13 wins in 19 matches across two seasons, Mumbai demonstrated their prowess, particularly in the inaugural season when they secured the title by defeating Delhi Capitals. However, their 2024 playoff exit highlighted the need to address their batting depth and strike a better left-right balance.

Core Retentions for WPL 2025

The Mumbai Indians have retained a mix of experienced internationals and promising local players, preserving their core strengths. Key names on the retention list include New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr, known for her leg-spin and reliable middle-order batting, and West Indies’ Hayley Matthews, who brings all-round versatility with her off-spin and explosive batting. Alongside them, England’s Natalie Sciver-Brunt continues to be a vital part of Mumbai’s setup, while speedster Shabnim Ismail, who joined the squad in 2024, adds a cutting edge to the bowling lineup. The retention of these star players reflects Mumbai’s commitment to fielding a well-rounded side capable of tackling different game scenarios. Harmanpreet Kaur, the seasoned Indian skipper, remains a cornerstone for Mumbai Indians, bringing stability and experience to the batting lineup.