IPL: Mumbai today against Kolkata; Cummins and Suryakumar Yadav may play
Mumbai have the best record against Kolkata. However, Mumbai, who have been described as the weakest team of the season, will have to work hard to beat Kolkata today. Bowling is Mumbai's weakness. The third pacer and spinner are a headache for them. Malayalee player Basil Thampi is currently playing as the third pacer. Delhi Basil did well in the first match against the Capitals but lost in the last match against Rajasthan. Jayadev Unadkat is Mumbai's third pacer to replace Basil. Murugan Ashwin is the specialist spinner in the team. That too is a setback for Mumbai. If Murugan Ashwin is replaced, Mayank Markande will replace him. The third pacer and spinner will be a setback for Mumbai in the upcoming matches.
Rohit Sharma has a good record against Kolkata. But Narain Rohit has been knocked down several times. Umesh Yadav, who is in excellent form, will also test the Mumbai openers. Superstar Suryakumar Yadav is likely to replace Anmolpreet Singh in the squad today. Tilak Verma's excellent performance is a hope for the team. Tim David's continued disappointment in the team's finish has affected Mumbai's team balance.
Kolkata has no particular problems. There are indications that Pat Cummins may join the team today. If so, the strong bowling line-up will be strong again. Tim Southee will be out when Cummins arrives. Though it is a matter of concern that Venkatesh Iyer is not back in form yet, it has not affected the team. Andre Russell and Sam Billings are in form.
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