IPL 2026 Auction: 'Mumbai Indians will look for a pace bowling backup,' says Abhinav Mukund
Former India cricketer Abhinav Mukund believes Mumbai Indians will adopt a patient approach at the IPL 2026 mini-auction with the smallest purse among 10 franchises (Rs 2.75 crore). MI's focus is expected to be on reinforcing the pace bowling and identifying value overseas players, particularly at number eight, while leveraging their strength in unearthing uncapped Indian talent.
Former India cricketer Abhinav Mukund believes Mumbai Indians will adopt a patient approach at the IPL 2026 mini-auction with the smallest purse among 10 franchises (Rs 2.75 crore). MI's focus is expected to be on reinforcing the pace bowling and identifying value overseas players, particularly at number eight, while leveraging their strength in unearthing uncapped Indian talent.
