IPL 2018: How Rohit Sharma's blue brigade could line up in their tournament opener

Middle order (Rohit Sharma and JP Duminy)

Rohit Sharma

As much as we would like to see Rohit Sharma open the batting for Mumbai, I don't see him doing it this time either. Rohit would want to control the game and number three would be an ideal position for him to bat. A superstar in his own sense, Rohit is a vital cog in this batting order, yet, the batting cannot be said to be heavily dependent on him, as witnessed on numerous occasions. Rohit has been in good touch for the last couple of years and would be eager to lead the side again.

JP Duminy

JP Duminy is one of those handy utility players. He can bat in the middle order, give you some handy overs, and is a livewire in the field. Duminy is considered one of the better players of spin, and, much to the delight of the Mumbai Indians, does look to have found his form recently. Duminy brings added experience to the middle order, which would allow Rohit to play more freely.