The Mumbai Indians (MI) have officially announced their player retention and release list for the upcoming 2025 Women’s Premier League (WPL) season. The franchise has opted to maintain a strong core of experienced internationals while making some strategic changes to enhance their competitiveness.
MI Part Ways with Issy Wong
Among the notable changes, MI has decided to part ways with Issy Wong, the fast-bowling all-rounder who made history as the first bowler to take a hat-trick in WPL.
Issy Wong’s release comes as a surprise to many fans. She achieved her remarkable feat last season by taking a hat-trick against the UP Warriorz, making her a standout player in the tournament’s history. Despite her impressive performance, MI has opted to release her along with three other players: Fatima Jaffer, Humaira Kazi, and Priyanka Bala.
Full List of Mumbai Indians Released Players for WPL 2025: Priyanka Bala, Humairaa Kaazi, Fatima Jaffer, Isabelle Wong.
Mumbai Indians Retained Players for WPL 2025
Despite releasing Wong, Mumbai Indians have retained a strong core of players. Key names include:
- Harmanpreet Kaur: The Indian captain remains a vital part of MI’s leadership and batting lineup.
- Amelia Kerr: The New Zealand all-rounder is known for her leg-spin bowling and reliable batting.
- Hayley Matthews: The West Indies star adds versatility with her explosive batting and effective off-spin.
- Natalie Sciver-Brunt: A crucial player for MI, contributing significantly with both bat and ball.
- Shabnim Ismail: The South African speedster enhances MI’s bowling attack after joining in 2024.
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Full List of Mumbai Indians Retained Players for WPL 2025: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Pooja Vastrakar, Yastika Bhatia, Amanjot Kaur, Saika Ishaque, Jintimani Kalita, S Sajana, Fatima Jaffer, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr, Chloe Tryon, Shabnim Ismail, Keerthana Balakrishna.
After winning the inaugural WPL title, Mumbai Indians faced disappointment last season. They were unable to defend their championship title, losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the eliminator. However, retaining most of their key players indicates MI’s confidence in their squad’s potential to bounce back.
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