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    IPL 2026: Shardul Thakur misses out as Pathan's Mumbai Indians' playing 12 vs KKR
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    IPL 2026: Shardul Thakur Misses Out As Pathan's Mumbai Indians' Playing 12 Vs KKR

    By IANS News March 29, 2026 • 16:14 PM View: 248
    Indian Premier League: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has picked his strongest playing 12 for five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) ahead of their opening clash in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against three-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.

    Mumbai have been dealt an early blow as two key overseas players, Will Jacks and Mitchell Santner, will miss the opening match. Their absence has forced a rethink in team combination, especially in the all-rounder and spin departments.

    Pathan has opted for experience at the top, picking Quinton de Kock to open alongside veteran batter Rohit Sharma, while leaving out Ryan Rickelton. He also suggested that the team management should not use Rohit as an impact player, stressing that his leadership and presence on the field remain crucial for the side.

    TAGS Shardul Thakur Mumbai Indians Former India Irfan Pathan Indian Premier League Kolkata Knight Riders Wankhede Stadium Will Jacks Mitchell Santner Rohit Sharma Ryan Rickelton Tilak Varma T20 World Cup Suryakumar Yadav
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