It is a big game for Mumbai Indians (MI) this evening at Wankhede Stadium in the Indian Premier League (IPL 8). Thier playoff hopes hinge on today's contest against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

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A loss for Rohit Sharma's Indians means they will be out of the tournament. On the other hand, the defending champions KKR can secure a place in the next phase with win. Indians coach Ricky Ponting labelled this the 'most important game' for them.

Sharma, Kieron Pollard and Lasith Malinga will be key for Indians while Gautam Gambhir, Yusuf Pathan and Andre Russell are the Riders' danger men.

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