IPL 2026: Top 3 Worst Releases by Mumbai Indians in IPL History

Player releases are a routine part of the Indian Premier League, especially with auctions forcing franchises to constantly rethink their combinations. Over the years, several stars who once belonged to the Mumbai Indians went on to become headline performers after leaving the five-time champions.

Known for their sharp scouting and championship-winning culture, the Mumbai Indians have set the benchmark for success in the IPL. However, a few releases made by MI eventually proved expensive, as those players developed into some of the biggest match-winners in the league. On that note, here are the top three worst releases by the Mumbai Indians in IPL history.

1. Ishan Kishan

Ishan Kishan showed immense promise during his early stint with the Mumbai Indians through his fearless batting and wicketkeeping skills. However, the franchise released him ahead of the 2018 auction, only to spend a huge sum to buy him back in the same event. He later became a crucial part of their batting core and contributed significantly to title-winning campaigns.

Letting him go in the first place, only to repurchase him at a premium, remains MI’s biggest release mistake. Indeed, it wouldn't be a surprise if the five-time champions would strive to buy him if he's available in the IPL market.