IPL Champions 2019
Mumbai Indians: First to five IPL titles.
The Mumbai Indians are a professional Twenty20 cricket team based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, that competes in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The team is popularly referred to as MI or MI Paltan. The MI were founded in 2008 and are owned by India's largest conglomerate, Reliance Industries, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Indiawin Sports. Since its establishment, the team has primarily played its home matches at the 33,108-capacity Wankhede Stadium. It is one of the most successful teams in the IPL.
- Captain
- Rohit Sharma
- Head Coach
- Mahela Jayawardene
- Final Opponent
- Chennai Super Kings
- Total Titles Won (by 2019)
- 3
- Venue of Final
- Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad
Lore & Background
In 2019, they repeated the same feat as they won a record breaking third IPL title, by beating CSK by just 1 run on 12 May 2019 in the IPL Final.
In Their Own Story
The lights at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium seemed to dim as the final delivery approached. With Mumbai Indians needing six runs from one ball, the entire stadium held its breath. Rohit Sharma stood at the non-striker's end, his eyes locked on Malinga, while Hardik Pandya waited at the crease. The crowd roared in anticipation, a mix of hope and dread. Malinga ran in, the ball released with precision, and it struck the bat for a single. Mumbai Indians had done it again, their fourth title secured in the most dramatic fashion imaginable.
Reader's Guide
The Mumbai Indians are currently captained by Hardik Pandya. Mahela Jayawardene was appointed as head coach of the Mumbai Indians before the 2025 season. Kieron Pollard is the batting coach and Lasith Malinga is their bowling coach. Rohit Sharma is the leading run scorer of the team while Jasprit Bumrah is the leading wicket taker of the team.
Did You Know?
- The Mumbai Indians won the 2011 Champions League Twenty20 after beating the Royal Challengers Bangalore by 31 runs in the final.
- They won their first IPL title in 2013 by defeating the Chennai Super Kings by 23 runs in the final.
- They became the first team to win three IPL titles in 2017.
- They became the first team to win the IPL title for the fifth time, by beating the Delhi Capitals by 5 wickets on 10 November 2020 in the IPL Final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the IPL in 2019?
Mumbai Indians secured the 2019 Indian Premier League title, claiming their fourth championship trophy. This victory established them as the most successful franchise in the tournament's history at that time.
Who was the captain and coach of Mumbai Indians during IPL 2019?
Rohit Sharma led the team as captain, guiding his squad to victory with strategic leadership. Mahela Jayawardene served as the head coach throughout this title-winning campaign.
Who did Mumbai Indians defeat in the IPL 2019 final?
The franchise overcame Chennai Super Kings in an intense concluding match to win the cup. This triumph highlighted the team's resilience and tactical execution against their rivals.
Where was the IPL 2019 final held?
The championship game took place at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad. Mumbai Indians celebrated their historic fourth title on this venue after defeating Chennai Super Kings.
How many total titles did Mumbai Indians have after IPL 2019?
By winning the 2019 edition, Mumbai Indians reached a cumulative total of four Indian Premier League championships. This achievement cemented their status as the record-holding team in the league up to that point.
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