IPL 2019: How the teams stack up

Mumbai Indians

A disappointing 2018 IPL saw the Mumbai franchise fail to make it to the playoffs. Although it is a World Cup year, Mumbai Indians would be keen to live up to their reputation as the most successful IPL team and will go all out to win the title this year.

The signings of Yuvraj Singh and Lasith Malinga could prove to be pivotal when players leave for the World Cup as their presence could guide a team full of youngsters in the final stages of the tournament.

Mayank Markande and Jasprit Bumrah hold the key to their fortunes in the bowling attack while captain Rohit Sharma would be hoping to have a better IPL compared to last season as he aims to take his team to the title.

MI will be led by Rohit Sharma and their bowling attack will be key