Irfan's Mumbai XI: Shardul Thakur Left in the Dust!

Hold on to your seats, folks! Irfan Pathan just dropped his Mumbai Indians XI, and it’s got tongues wagging. The former all-rounder has had a pop at Shardul Thakur, leaving him out of his side, along with South Africa’s Ryan Rickelton and England’s Will Jacks. A bold call, but is it genius or madness?

Pathan’s selections come just as the IPL 2026 season is about to kick off, and the pressure's on Mumbai to shake off their past woes. They’ll be up against the Kolkata Knight Riders, and this lineup is either going to turn heads or raise eyebrows. With Hardik Pandya at the helm, there's always room for a surprise, but will he back Irfan's choices?

As the clock ticks down to March 28, all eyes will be glued to the Wankhede Stadium. Can this squad bring the thunder, or will it be another season of heartbreak for the MI faithful? Let the games begin!