Toss Index514.2▼ −3.11%Match Index916.0▲ +1.19%The Hundred 2026 · CSXM3036 WF vs SB▲ +1.19%M3035 WF-W vs SB-W▼ −2.65%M3034 MIL vs MSG▲ +1.54%M3033 JKS vs DMS▬ +0.00%M3032 MIL-W vs MSG-W▲ +1.41%M3031 TR vs SL▼ −0.40%M3030 TR-W vs SL-W▲ +1.54%M3029 SL-W vs PAK-W▲ +4.27%M3028 LS vs SB▼ −2.73%M3027 CLK vs GG▲ +3.56%Toss Index514.2▼ −3.11%Match Index916.0▲ +1.19%The Hundred 2026 · CSXM3036 WF vs SB▲ +1.19%M3035 WF-W vs SB-W▼ −2.65%M3034 MIL vs MSG▲ +1.54%M3033 JKS vs DMS▬ +0.00%M3032 MIL-W vs MSG-W▲ +1.41%M3031 TR vs SL▼ −0.40%M3030 TR-W vs SL-W▲ +1.54%M3029 SL-W vs PAK-W▲ +4.27%M3028 LS vs SB▼ −2.73%M3027 CLK vs GG▲ +3.56%

IPL 2026: Weakest Links of all the 2026 IPL Teams

IPL 2026: Key weaknesses of all team squads that could impact their chances in the upcoming season

ByArmaan Patra

Published Mar 20, 2026, 10:00 AM IST1 mins read

2. Mumbai Indians: Overdependence on the Kiwi Spinmeister

Mitchell Santner showing his IPL worth in MI colours: Varun Aaron after DC win - India Today

Spin remains a potential weak link for the side despite having Mitchell Santner as the primary option. While Santner offers control and experience, the absence of a reliable Indian spinner creates a clear imbalance in the attack.

Backup options like Mayank Markande, Atharva Ankolekar, and Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar provide depth but lack consistency at the top level. This could lead to excessive reliance on Santner to manage the middle overs, which may become a concern, especially on spin-friendly tracks where multiple dependable options are essential.

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