‘There are too many holes and no balance’ - Tom Moody analyses Mumbai Indians' squad ahead of CSK clash

Former Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Tom Moody believes that five-time champions Mumbai Indians will struggle in the ongoing IPL 2023 as there are too many holes amongst the team. He also stated that the balance of the team looks shaky at the moment, and that’s why they might not add another trophy to their cabinet this season. 

The 57-year-old also pointed out that the franchise has too many power hitters, which doesn’t make enough sense. He also mentioned that the team doesn’t have enough experience in dealing with pressure situations, and that can be one of the reasons behind their failure this season.

“I'm concerned (for Mumbai Indians) because I sort of called it before the start of the IPL that I didn't think they'd be anywhere near the finals. I just feel there are too many holes amongst their team, and I don't think they've got a balance in their squad either. They don't have the domestic bowling depth and the international bowling depth,” Moody said on ESPNCricinfo.

“They don't have balance with their overseas players either. They've got a lot of power-hitters and young power-hitters in (Dewald) Brevis, (Tristan) Stubbs and (Tim) David. Three of them are taking up the eight slots that you're given. That doesn't make sense to me. You can see tonight, just with RCB, how important experience is. Where is the experience in that squad?” the Australian added.

Notably, after suffering a defeat at the hands of Royal Challengers Bangalore in their opening game of the season, Mumbai Indians are now all set to host their biggest rival, Chennai Super Kings, on April 8 at the Wankhede Stadium. The MS Dhoni-led side has played two matches in the competition and has won and lost one. 

In their last match, they defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 12 runs and, thus, will be confident of their chances. Mumbai, on the other hand, will be aiming to return back to winning ways, but things will be very difficult for them in the middle.