The MI Uncapped Players Released for the IPL 2025 season, marking a strategic shift as the franchise looks to reconfigure its roster. Despite some impressive performances from these players in previous seasons, MI has opted to free up budget and roster spots by letting go of a number of uncapped domestic talents.

The MI management utilized the retention rules effectively, keeping hold of their star players, including the likes of Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya, who will continue to be central figures for the team. Interestingly, while both are expected to vie for the captaincy role, neither holds the title of the highest-paid player in the squad.

MI Retention List for IPL 2025 Uncapped Players — Photos: Nehal Wadhera/Twitter

Uncapped Players Released by Mumbai Indians

Player	Last Season's Salary
Nehal Wadhera	₹20 lakh
Piyush Chawla	₹50 lakh (Haven't played international cricket in 5 years)
Vishnu Vinod	₹20 lakh
Shams Mulani	₹20 lakh
Shreyas Gopal	₹20 lakh
Naman Dhir	₹20 lakh
Anshul Kamboj	₹20 lakh
Shivalik Sharma	₹20 lakh
Akash Madhwal	₹20 lakh
Arjun Tendulkar	₹30 lakh
Kumar Kartikeya	₹20 lakh

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The decision aligns with MI’s objective to restructure and target specific roles in the upcoming IPL auction, where they still hold ₹45 crore in their purse. Although MI retains its core group of senior players, the release of several uncapped players shows the franchise's intent to explore new combinations and strengthen its depth. Among the released players, some had shown notable promise in IPL 2024, but will now be available for other franchises to bid on or potentially return to MI via the Right to Match (RTM) option.

Performance Highlights

Uncapped Player Stats - Mumbai Indians

Player	Matches	Innings	Runs	Strike Rate	4s	6s	Wickets	Innings (Bowled)	Balls
Nehal Wadhera	6	6	109	129.76	9	6	-	-	-
Naman Dhir	7	7	140	177.22	12	10	-	-	-
Anshul Kamboj	3	1	2	100.00	-	-	2	3	60
Shams Mulani	2	1	1	100.00	-	-	-	1	-
Shreyas Gopal	3	3	-	-	-	-	3	3	42
Akash Madhwal	5	1	4	80.00	-	-	5	5	109
Arjun Tendulkar	13	1	1	100.00	-	-	-	1	12
Kumar Kartikeya	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Vishnu Vinod	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Piyush Chawla	11	6	15	100.00	1	1	13	11	210
Shivalik Sharma	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Nehal Wadhera

Nehal Wadhera made a solid impression with his contributions in the limited opportunities he received. His strong hitting and adaptability were assets for MI in previous games, but he now enters the auction pool as MI restructures its squad.

Piyush Chawla

Piyush Chawla, a seasoned leg-spinner, added depth to MI's spin attack last season, picking up 13 wickets across 11 matches with a controlled economy. His experience will make him a valuable pick for teams looking for a reliable bowler in the middle overs.

Shreyas Gopal

Shreyas Gopal, a versatile spinner, brings IPL experience and wicket-taking ability, having proven effective in previous IPL stints. Released by MI, Gopal’s return to the auction pool is expected to draw interest from teams seeking spin options.

Akash Madhwal and Arjun Tendulkar

Akash Madhwal and Arjun Tendulkar both brought potential to MI’s bowling department. While their contributions were limited, they showcased promise, with Madhwal claiming a few crucial wickets in his appearances. Their release opens up the possibility for other teams to develop these budding pacers.

Naman Dhir

Naman Dhir emerged as a key uncapped player with a stellar strike rate in IPL 2024, proving himself as a powerful middle-order hitter. His aggressive batting style could make him a sought-after player in the auction.