The five-time champions Mumbai Indians have started their preparations for the Indian Premier League 2026 with high energy. Two of their key players, Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah, are back together in the camp after their success in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Both players have been important for the team for many years. Hardik joined the team in 2015, while Bumrah made his debut in 2013. Both players have played an important role in helping the team win several matches and titles in their long career. The Practice Battle Catches Attention During a net session, Hardik and Bumrah had a fun but intense battle. Hardik began the game by hitting two boundaries against Bumrah. The captain was in complete control of the situation. Battle of Ego in the nets 🔥Hardik starts with a no-look six, follows it with a four…Bumrah stays calm and answers with a deadly yorker. 💥Winner: Fast bowlers’ pride 😤pic.twitter.com/TsLKxppBaa — JB (@93Yorker) March 18, 2026 But Bumrah made a quick comeback. He bowled a perfect yorker that hit the stumps, ending the contest. The practice session showed the outstanding skills of the two players, thus proving their importance to the team. The two cricketers had previously competed against each other. In the Indian Premier League 2022, Hardik had a short face-off with Bumrah and successfully hit a boundary and took singles. Also Read | Watch: Virat Kohli Arrives in Bengaluru Ahead of RCB’s IPL 2026 Title Defense Strong Form After World Cup Success The two players begin their IPL season with excellent performance levels. Bumrah is one of the top-performing bowlers in the T20 World Cup. He took 14 wickets in eight matches and also won the Player of the Match in the final match. Haedik also had a great tournament. He scored 217 runs at a fast strike rate and took nine wickets. MI Eye Sixth Title The Mumbai Indians team managed a third position in the last season, but this season, they are aiming at winning their sixth title in the IPL. The team’s first match is scheduled for March 29 against Kolkata Knight Riders. The MI fans are expecting a great deal from their team as Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah are performing at their best. The early practice sessions by the team reflect that they are geared to delivering a successful season.