Mumbai Indians had a wood over Chennai Super Kings in last year's edition of the IPL.
Manjrekar's comments came in wake of Mumbai's successful run over CSK last year where the Rohit Sharma-led outfit prevailed over MS Dhoni's men for as many as four times, including in the final, on its way to a record fourth IPL title, above CSK which has three trophies.
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"The IPL has been going on for about 12 years, and when we look at winning percentage, which is a good way of looking at teams, a good winning record, CSK is right up there, but of late, there's been a surge by Mumbai Indians coming through the ranks, winning titles as well," IANS quoted Manjrekar as saying.
"Mumbai Indians have won four, CSK has won three but they have played less IPL. When you look at that, Mumbai Indians is emerging as a team that is threatening CSK in the last few years, they have actually been the better team than CSK, couple of IPL titles to MI."
"When MI come to the final, they tend to win it, CSK not as much. When you look at the entire IPL, CSK go first, but of late, may be Mumbai Indians have a slight edge," he added.
The great rivalry was due to resume on the opening day of this year's edition of the T20 carnival. But unfortunately, the league got postponed until at least April 15 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, which threatens to lead to further suspension of the tournament.
The BCCI, IPL governing council, and franchises are hoping for the situation to improve in the country so that the annual event can be played at a later date.
(Inputs from IANS)