Rebellion is brewing within Umno after the party suffered major setbacks during the six state elections.

However, a potential change in leadership within Umno may benefit Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Political scientist Wong Chin Huat believes it was time for Anwar to forge stronger ties with Umno and BN instead of relying on Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi individually.

He said Umno's 30 parliament seats...