Jasprit Bumrah, the star pacer of Mumbai Indians, has completed his rehab and rejoined his team ahead of their big Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Bumrah had been out of action since January after a back injury during the Sydney Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. His absence in the early part of the season had a major impact, contributing to Mumbai Indians’ slow start.
Bumrah’s Impact on MI’s Bowling Attack
Bumrah has been a key player for MI since making his IPL debut in 2013. Widely regarded as one of the best fast bowlers in the world, Bumrah has played in 133 matches for MI, taking 165 wickets. His return is expected to significantly strengthen the team’s bowling attack, giving them a much-needed boost as they aim to recover from their poor start this season.
Possible Return Against Sunrisers Hyderabad
While it’s unclear whether Bumrah will be ready for the RCB match on April 7, he could be fit in time for Mumbai’s game against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 17. His return could be a game-changer for MI, as they look to turn their season around and climb up the points table.
Excited Rival Player Looks Forward to Facing Bumrah
Nitish Kumar Reddy, an all-rounder for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), is looking forward to the challenge of facing Bumrah. He praised Bumrah, calling him one of the best bowlers in the world, and expressed excitement about the contest. Reddy said, “If I manage to score runs against him, I would be very happy. Competing against top bowlers like Bumrah is what makes the game exciting.” He also acknowledged the role of cricket legends like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Bumrah in shaping Indian cricket.
Mumbai Indians’ Struggling Start to IPL 2025
Mumbai Indians have had a difficult start to IPL 2025, winning only one of their first four matches. This slow start highlights the impact of Bumrah’s absence. In addition, the form of former captain Rohit Sharma has also been a concern for the team. With Bumrah’s return, MI fans are hopeful that their team can make a strong comeback and improve their performance in the upcoming matches.
