The five-time IPL champion Mumbai Indians (MI) released several impactful players ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Ahead of the IPL 2025, MI had retained Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah and tried to form a more formidable squad by purchasing the likes of Trent Boult, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner, and Allah Ghazanfar. On the contrary, there are several MI-released players who could set the IPL 2025 on fire for their respective teams. Let us check out.
Ex MI players who can set IPL 2025 on fire
Ishan Kishan
In the IPL 2025, Ishan Kishan, with his explosive batting and safe hands behind the stumps, could be the X-factor for SRH in IPL 2025. His acquisition by SRH came with high expectations, given his track record in the IPL and international cricket. In IPL, Ishan Kishan’s ability to score quickly at the top of the order or even lower down, depending on the team’s strategy, provides SRH with flexibility in their batting lineup. His aggressive style, coupled with his knack for playing match-winning knocks, could turn games in SRH’s favor, especially in chases where his experience closing out matches could be invaluable.
Nehal Wadhera
Former MI young middle-order batter Nehal Wadhera was purchased by Punjab Kings for INR 4.2 Crores in the 2025 mega auction. The stylish batter was impressive during his brief stint with MI and can torment the opposition with his flamboyant stroke play. In 16 IPL innings, he has amassed 350 runs at an impressive strike rate of 140.
Romario Shepherd
Romario Shepherd is an experienced West Indies all-rounder who was purchased by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2025 auction. He is one of the cleanest strikers of the ball and can strengthen RCB’s finishing department with his hard-hitting ability.