MUMBAI, March 31 -- The importance of a good start is not lost on any IPL team. More so for Mumbai Indians having finished at the bottom of the table last season, losing 10 of their 14 games. With a new combination on offer after the mega auction, it was hoped the results would show but after defeats in their first two games it is obvious some bases still need to be covered.
Losing to Chennai Super Kings in Chennai and Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad have not marked an ideal start for MI. It leaves a question on whether they have got the right mix of players, befitting the five-time champions.
Monday's match, their first at home this season, thus gains significance. Taking on Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium is a good match-up to...