Xtra Time Web Desk: Five time IPL champions Mumbai Indians on Saturday unveiled their new jersey for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2021 (IPL 2021) season. The new jerseys is designed by renowned fashion designer duo Shantanu and Nikhil.
The MI jersey for IPL 2021 season captures the composition of the 5 basic elements of the universe — earth, water, fire, air, and sky, each signifying the essence of the five-time champion. The jersey reflects how Mumbai Indians has been built over the years resonating stability, cohesion, confidence, compassion, and exploration as signified on the jersey by the earth, water, fire, air, and sky respectively. Each of the five values has contributed to the five titles of Mumbai Indians and the jersey highlights their significance for each campaign.
Speaking about the jersey and its essence, Mumbai Indians spokesperson said, “Mumbai Indians has carried forward a legacy every year, built on our core values and ideologies. Our five IPL titles are testament to our commitment to these values and it is extremely fulfilling that we have been able to signify it through our jersey this year.”
Talking about the design, Nikhil Mehra said, “This year the inspiration is drawn from the five elements of Panch Maha Bhoota, the five big elements and building blocks of the universe. The jersey is representing Earth — stability, structure and balance; Water — fluidity and purity; Air — compassion; Fire — confidence, power; Space — expansion and knowledge in its design value.”
The reigning champions kickstart their 2021 campaign on April 9 against Royal Challengers Bangalore