Mumbai, March 29 -- Mumbai Indians emphatically signalled the dawn of a "new era," combining fresh talent, returning match-winners and assertive leadership in what appears to be a decisive reset of the franchise's identity ahead of their latest outing.
The intent was unmistakable during the cap presentation ceremony, where Afghanistan's promising spinner AM Ghazanfar and West Indies all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford were handed their maiden Mumbai Indians caps, highlighting a clear push towards building the next core.
India all-rounder Shardul Thakur, returning to the Mumbai Indians fold, added a layer of experience to this evolving setup, reinforcing the team's strategy of blending youth with proven performers.
Driving this transformation...