Jasprit Bumrah, the star pacer for Mumbai Indians, has been ruled out of their first home game of IPL 2025 against Kolkata Knight Riders. He is still recovering from a back injury that has kept him out of competitive cricket since January 2025. His absence is a major setback for Mumbai Indians, who are currently struggling at the bottom of the points table after two consecutive losses.
When Did Bumrah Last Play?
Bumrah last played in the fifth Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground in January 2025. However, he only bowled in the first innings before being sidelined due to fitness concerns. He was initially included in India’s provisional squad for the Champions Trophy 2025 but was later replaced by Harshit Rana.
Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Playing XI
Here are the lineups for today’s match at Wankhede Stadium:
Mumbai Indians XI:
Ryan Rickelton, Will Jacks (w), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Ashwani Kumar, Vignesh Puthur
Kolkata Knight Riders XI:
Quinton de Kock (w), Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rinku Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Spencer Johnson, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy
Will Bumrah Return Soon?
Bumrah is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. Recently, a video of him bowling in the nets went viral, sparking speculation about his return. However, there is no official confirmation from the Mumbai Indians or the BCCI regarding his comeback. Some reports suggest he might be fit by mid-April.
Bumrah’s IPL Legacy
Bumrah made his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians on April 4, 2013, against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Over the years, he has played 133 IPL matches and taken 165 wickets. He remains one of the few bowlers in IPL history to take two five-wicket hauls.
Conclusion
Jasprit Bumrah’s absence is a big blow for Mumbai Indians as they struggle early in the IPL 2025 season. While fans are hopeful for his return, his fitness remains a major concern. The team will be eagerly waiting for their bowling spearhead to make a strong comeback in the coming weeks.
FAQ’s
Why is Jasprit Bumrah not playing IPL 2025?
Jasprit Bumrah is recovering from a back injury that has kept him out of competitive cricket since January 2025.
When will Jasprit Bumrah return to IPL 2025?
There is no official confirmation, but reports suggest he might return by mid-April.
Who replaced Bumrah in Mumbai Indians’ squad?
Mumbai Indians have not named a direct replacement, but their bowling attack includes Deepak Chahar and Trent Boult.