Five time champions Mumbai Indians are set for a crucial review meeting next week as the franchise begins planning for IPL 2027 following a disappointing campaign this year. According to a Times of India report, the franchise's top management, including the ownership, will meet in England to assess the team's performance and decide the way forward. The meeting is expected to cover every major aspect of the franchise, with captaincy, the coaching setup and possible player trades all on the agenda.
The management will also review head coach Mahela Jayawardene's post-season report before taking key decisions ahead of the new season. While speculation around Hardik Pandya's future has dominated headlines in recent weeks, the review is unlikely to be limited to just one player. Trade discussions are expected to be wide-ranging as Mumbai Indians look to reshape their squad after finishing ninth in IPL 2026.
Mumbai Indians leadership change
Another major decision revolves around the captaincy. With the franchise preferring long-term leadership rather than short-term solutions, Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma have emerged as the leading contenders if a change is made. Bumrah appears to be a strong candidate, having led India in Test cricket and captained Mumbai Indians during Hardik's absence last season. Tilak, meanwhile, is regarded as one of the franchise's brightest young stars, although there are differing views on whether handing him the captaincy at this stage of his career would be the right move. The review will also determine the future of the coaching staff. Jayawardene returned as head coach ahead of IPL 2026, but Mumbai endured one of their poorest campaigns in recent years, making his position one of the key topics of discussion. The clarity on the franchise's plans is expected once the review concludes, with the decisions likely to shape Mumbai Indians' approach heading into IPL 2027.
