Jasprit Bumrah’s Injury Woes Continue: Mumbai Indians to Miss Star Pacer in IPL 2025 Opener
India’s premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is set to miss several matches in the upcoming IPL 2025 season, leaving Mumbai Indians with a major setback. The pacer has been sidelined since India’s five-match Test series in Australia earlier this year.
Bumrah’s Injury Timeline and Recovery Update
- Injury Incident: Bumrah played all five Tests during the series against Australia but refrained from bowling in the second innings of the fifth Test in Sydney.
- Medical Report: Reports confirmed a stress reaction in his back, necessitating rest for recovery.
- Initial Recovery Timeline: Initially expected to recover within a month, Bumrah was named in India’s provisional 15-man squad for the Champions Trophy. However, his recovery has taken longer than anticipated.
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Bumrah’s IPL 2025 Return Delayed
While fans were eagerly awaiting Bumrah’s return in IPL 2025, fresh reports indicate that the speedster may also miss the first few games of the season.
According to The Times of India, Bumrah is unlikely to be available for Mumbai Indians’ opening matches in March. IPL 2025 is scheduled to commence on March 22, and Bumrah is expected to join MI’s camp only in April, similar to Mayank Yadav of Lucknow Super Giants.
Current Status and Recovery Progress
- Rehab Progress: Bumrah is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru.
- Bowling Resumption: Although Bumrah has resumed bowling, he is yet to regain full intensity.
- Estimated Return Date: As per current medical updates, early April appears to be a realistic timeline for his return to competitive cricket.
Impact on Mumbai Indians’ Schedule
If Bumrah’s return is delayed until April, he is set to miss at least three matches for Mumbai Indians:
- March 23: vs Chennai Super Kings
- March 29: vs Gujarat Titans
- March 31: vs Kolkata Knight Riders
Expert Insights and Team Management Strategy
- The BCCI medical team is closely monitoring Bumrah’s progress and is gradually increasing his workload.
- According to sources, the management is following a standard recovery protocol, ensuring he can bowl at full intensity without discomfort before being cleared to play.
- The selectors are expected to take a cautious approach with both Bumrah and Mohammed Shami ahead of the crucial England Test series to avoid mid-series injuries.
What It Means for Mumbai Indians
With Bumrah likely to miss early IPL matches, Mumbai Indians may need to rely heavily on their other pace options like Jason Behrendorff, Akash Madhwal, or Arjun Tendulkar to manage their bowling attack.
Stay Updated with IPL 2025 News
Stay tuned for more updates on Jasprit Bumrah’s recovery and Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2025 campaign. Will MI overcome this setback and maintain their dominance?
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