Former India chief selector MSK Prasad has voiced his opinion on Team India&rsquo;s new captain after Rohit Sharma decided to retire from the Test format. In an Instagram story on his handle, Rohit called time on his Test career, paving the way for the next generation to take over. This leaves Indian selectors to find a new captain ahead of the crucial England tour. However, according to Prasad, Jasprit Bumrah should be the front-runner in getting the captaincy job.
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Bumrah to lead Team India?</h2>
&ldquo;Why not, man? Why not? Since he&rsquo;s fit now, why not?&rdquo; Prasad said when asked if Bumrah is still in contention for the captaincy.
&ldquo;You have three choices right now: Bumrah, Shubman Gill, and KL Rahul. These are the three options. If you&rsquo;re looking at Bumrah, he will obviously play both cycles&mdash;this one and the next&mdash;so there&rsquo;s nothing wrong.
&ldquo;And whatever opportunities he&rsquo;s had to lead, he&rsquo;s done extremely well,&rdquo; Prasad added.
Rohit&rsquo;s Test retirement comes a month before the high-voltage series against England starts as India targets the World Test Championship (WTC) title. Indian men&rsquo;s team selectors will have several names on the list of possible names to lead the side, including Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and others. However, according to Prasad, Gill should be a deputy to Bumrah and be groomed as a future skipper.
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&ldquo;I think I&rsquo;m okay with either of them (Gill or Bumrah). They&rsquo;re considering both. I think to start off with a series like England, we don&rsquo;t want anyone getting under pressure. See, I think Shubman needs one good series in England or New Zealand so he can focus on his batting.
&ldquo;So, I think Bumrah is a fantastic leader. There&rsquo;s no second thought about that. You can start with Bumrah and make Shubman vice-captain,&rdquo; Prasad said.
India&rsquo;s England tour begins on June 20 with the first Test being played at Headingley in Leeds.

In an Instagram story on his handle, Rohit called time on his Test career, paving the way for the next generation to take over as captain of the Indian Cricket Team. India News | Sports

Former India chief selector MSK Prasad has voiced his opinion on Team India’s new captain after Rohit Sharma decided to retire from the Test format. In an Instagram story on his handle, Rohit called time on his Test career, paving the way for the next generation to take over. This leaves Indian selectors to find a new captain ahead of the crucial England tour. However, according to Prasad, Jasprit Bumrah should be the front-runner in getting the captaincy job. Bumrah to lead Team India? “Why not, man? Why not? Since he’s fit now, why not?” Prasad said when asked if Bumrah is still in contention for the captaincy. “You have three choices right now: Bumrah, Shubman Gill, and KL Rahul. These are the three options. If you’re looking at Bumrah, he will obviously play both cycles—this one and the next—so there’s nothing wrong. “And whatever opportunities he’s had to lead, he’s done extremely well,” Prasad added. Rohit’s Test retirement comes a month before the high-voltage series against England starts as India targets the World Test Championship (WTC) title. Indian men’s team selectors will have several names on the list of possible names to lead the side, including Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and others. However, according to Prasad, Gill should be a deputy to Bumrah and be groomed as a future skipper. ALSO READ | Rohit Sharma announces retirement from Test cricket “I think I’m okay with either of them (Gill or Bumrah). They’re considering both. I think to start off with a series like England, we don’t want anyone getting under pressure. See, I think Shubman needs one good series in England or New Zealand so he can focus on his batting. “So, I think Bumrah is a fantastic leader. There’s no second thought about that. You can start with Bumrah and make Shubman vice-captain,” Prasad said. India’s England tour begins on June 20 with the first Test being played at Headingley in Leeds.

MSK Prasad backs THIS player to succeed as Team India's new skipper after Rohit Sharma announces Test retirement

The BCCI selectors will announce Team India&rsquo;s Test squad for the away England tour in the second week of May. The latest reports suggest they have zeroed in on a new Test&nbsp;vice-captain for the marquee five-match series starting June 20 in Leeds. Although <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rohit-sharma" rel="dofollow">Rohit Sharma</a> is said to continue as the Test captain, at least for this tour, the selectors have decided to replace <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah" rel="dofollow">Jasprit Bumrah</a>, Rohit's deputy in Australia, with star batter <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shubman-gill" rel="dofollow">Shubman Gill</a>.
After the Rohit-Bumrah pair failed to lead India to glory for the record third time Down Under, losing the away BGT (1-3) for the first time in a decade, the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee contemplates changing this pair for the next series. Although the selectors have their reasons concerning Rohit and Bumrah, respectively, picking Gill as Rohit&rsquo;s potential replacement makes more sense. Gill is Team India&rsquo;s vice-captain in white-ball cricket.
Meanwhile, Rohit&rsquo;s last away tour was a forgettable one for him and the team, wherein he returned with just 31 runs in five innings against Australia. He also missed two Tests &ndash; the first and the last, both for different reasons, with Bumrah leading India in his absence; and although Bumrah did guide India home in the series opener in Perth and was the best bowler across both camps throughout, a back injury in the fifth and final Test at the SCG forced the management to switch captaincy mid-way into the Test.
Considering Bumrah&rsquo;s injury history, the selectors cannot risk his career by making him play all matches should they name him Rohit&rsquo;s replacement, and while the current Indian captain&rsquo;s form is the mightiest worry for all, the selectors are trying to work on what is best for Indian cricket with an eye on the next WTC cycle.&nbsp;
"A new WTC cycle is starting. Future and continuity have to be kept in mind as far as the team is concerned. Even coach Gautam Gambhir would want a set of players he is likely to work with for an extended period. There can't be any stop-gap solutions for such an important series. The last two Test series haven't been ideal for the team, and the England series is very crucial," a source close to the information said to the Times of India (TOI).
<h2>Face of Indian Cricket</h2>
Gill has earned his name and reputation as a white-ball player for his exploits in the ODIs and T20Is but hasn&rsquo;t been able to deliver the same punch in Tests, where he is currently batting outside of his natural position (as an opener) at number three.
The report also claims that not only the BCCI is looking at him from a cricketing talent and a leadership perspective, but also as someone who can become the face of Indian cricket for the next decade. Though brands and sponsors chasing him are signs of things to come, what convinces the selectors about his leadership is his role as Gujarat Titans captain in the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a>.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, it&rsquo;s only a matter of time before Gill elevates in his leadership role, but could the moment come in England itself? The chances are higher.&nbsp;

Although Rohit is expected to retain his position as Test captain for the away England tour, the latest reports suggest nothing is guaranteed as of now. Sports, Cricket

The BCCI selectors will announce Team India’s Test squad for the away England tour in the second week of May. The latest reports suggest they have zeroed in on a new Test vice-captain for the marquee five-match series starting June 20 in Leeds. Although Rohit Sharma is said to continue as the Test captain, at least for this tour, the selectors have decided to replace Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit's deputy in Australia, with star batter Shubman Gill. After the Rohit-Bumrah pair failed to lead India to glory for the record third time Down Under, losing the away BGT (1-3) for the first time in a decade, the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee contemplates changing this pair for the next series. Although the selectors have their reasons concerning Rohit and Bumrah, respectively, picking Gill as Rohit’s potential replacement makes more sense. Gill is Team India’s vice-captain in white-ball cricket. Meanwhile, Rohit’s last away tour was a forgettable one for him and the team, wherein he returned with just 31 runs in five innings against Australia. He also missed two Tests – the first and the last, both for different reasons, with Bumrah leading India in his absence; and although Bumrah did guide India home in the series opener in Perth and was the best bowler across both camps throughout, a back injury in the fifth and final Test at the SCG forced the management to switch captaincy mid-way into the Test. Considering Bumrah’s injury history, the selectors cannot risk his career by making him play all matches should they name him Rohit’s replacement, and while the current Indian captain’s form is the mightiest worry for all, the selectors are trying to work on what is best for Indian cricket with an eye on the next WTC cycle. "A new WTC cycle is starting. Future and continuity have to be kept in mind as far as the team is concerned. Even coach Gautam Gambhir would want a set of players he is likely to work with for an extended period. There can't be any stop-gap solutions for such an important series. The last two Test series haven't been ideal for the team, and the England series is very crucial," a source close to the information said to the Times of India (TOI). Face of Indian Cricket Gill has earned his name and reputation as a white-ball player for his exploits in the ODIs and T20Is but hasn’t been able to deliver the same punch in Tests, where he is currently batting outside of his natural position (as an opener) at number three. The report also claims that not only the BCCI is looking at him from a cricketing talent and a leadership perspective, but also as someone who can become the face of Indian cricket for the next decade. Though brands and sponsors chasing him are signs of things to come, what convinces the selectors about his leadership is his role as Gujarat Titans captain in the ongoing IPL 2025. Meanwhile, it’s only a matter of time before Gill elevates in his leadership role, but could the moment come in England itself? The chances are higher.

Shubman Gill to replace Bumrah as India's new vice-captain for England Tests– Report

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah">Jasprit Bumrah</a> is seen by everyone as one of the greatest fast bowlers in the world currently, and because of this, he has become a role model for upcoming pacers. Bumrah is currently ranked as the No. 1 bowler in Test cricket by the International Cricket Council (ICC) rankings.
On Thursday (May 1), when Mumbai Indians (MI) beat Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the ongoing IPL 2025, Bumrah was spotted giving a word of advice to RR pacer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tushar-deshpande">Tushar Deshpande</a>, who has not been in great form during the current season.
Though claiming a combined 38 wickets in his last two seasons at <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/chennai-super-kings">Chennai Super Kings</a> (CSK), pacer Deshpande has not had a good run in his new team in IPL 2025. In eight games, Deshpande has just six wickets and with an economy of more tahn 11.
Bumrah did have a few words to say for Deshpande post-match though. RR wicket-keeper batter <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/dhruv-jurel">Dhruv Jurel</a> was also there.
<h2>Watch the video here:</h2>
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"Thoda mindset wise aggressive rehna hai. Aggressive in the sense, aisa nahi ke har ball pe danda uda do. But, main acha ball dalunga par main out karunga. Chal maar le, ek chakka marle, kitna maarega? Tu maar, theek hai, phir main aur jor se maarunga. (Need to be a bit more aggressive in terms of mindset. Aggressive doesn't mean trying to take a wicket on every single ball. It means thinking, 'I'll bowl a good ball, but I'll get you out. Go on, hit a six. How many can you hit? You hit me, fine, I'll come back harder)," Bumrah was filmed telling Deshpande, in a video posted on social media by Rajasthan Royals.
Bumrah has come back successfully from injury into the MI side. After coming back, MI have turned the tables around, winning six consecutive matches and smoothly sailing into the upper half of the IPL 2025 points table.
Bumrah has picked up 11 wickets in seven games at an economy of under 7.&nbsp;The 31-year-old had missed the initial few matches of the season, when MI had lost four of their initial five games. But his return has been coincidental with an astonishing change of fortunes, with MI matching their best-ever winning streak in the history of the IPL.

Cricket, Sports: Despite taking a combined 38 wickets in his previous two seasons at Chennai Super Kings, pacer Deshpande has struggled at his new franchise in IPL 2025

Jasprit Bumrah is seen by everyone as one of the greatest fast bowlers in the world currently, and because of this, he has become a role model for upcoming pacers. Bumrah is currently ranked as the No. 1 bowler in Test cricket by the International Cricket Council (ICC) rankings. On Thursday (May 1), when Mumbai Indians (MI) beat Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the ongoing IPL 2025, Bumrah was spotted giving a word of advice to RR pacer Tushar Deshpande, who has not been in great form during the current season. Though claiming a combined 38 wickets in his last two seasons at Chennai Super Kings (CSK), pacer Deshpande has not had a good run in his new team in IPL 2025. In eight games, Deshpande has just six wickets and with an economy of more tahn 11. Bumrah did have a few words to say for Deshpande post-match though. RR wicket-keeper batter Dhruv Jurel was also there. Watch the video here: Powerful 🔥 pic.twitter.com/nPKlcoPaue — Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) May 2, 2025 "Thoda mindset wise aggressive rehna hai. Aggressive in the sense, aisa nahi ke har ball pe danda uda do. But, main acha ball dalunga par main out karunga. Chal maar le, ek chakka marle, kitna maarega? Tu maar, theek hai, phir main aur jor se maarunga. (Need to be a bit more aggressive in terms of mindset. Aggressive doesn't mean trying to take a wicket on every single ball. It means thinking, 'I'll bowl a good ball, but I'll get you out. Go on, hit a six. How many can you hit? You hit me, fine, I'll come back harder)," Bumrah was filmed telling Deshpande, in a video posted on social media by Rajasthan Royals. Bumrah has come back successfully from injury into the MI side. After coming back, MI have turned the tables around, winning six consecutive matches and smoothly sailing into the upper half of the IPL 2025 points table. Bumrah has picked up 11 wickets in seven games at an economy of under 7. The 31-year-old had missed the initial few matches of the season, when MI had lost four of their initial five games. But his return has been coincidental with an astonishing change of fortunes, with MI matching their best-ever winning streak in the history of the IPL.

IPL 2025: 'Go on, hit me for a six', Jasprit Bumrah's 'motivational challenge' to ex-CSK player with fiery words-WATCH

Everyone fears facing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah" rel="dofollow">Jasprit Bumrah</a>, even the mighty Aussies. The ace Indian quick is perhaps the greatest pacer produced in India, and if former Australia gloveman Adam Gilchrist&rsquo;s words are to be believed, he is the greatest ever to grace the game. Though it could sound too big a remark for this generational talent, if a three-time World Cup winner suggests, so be it.
Bumrah has returned from the back injury he sustained during the fifth Test Down Under (against Australia at the SCG) and continues to make merry for the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mumbai-indians" rel="dofollow">Mumbai Indians</a> in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a>. His comeback triggered MI&rsquo;s winning run following a shallow start to the season, as they sit in the top position with 14 points from 11 contested matches thus far, including winning their past six games.
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Although he&rsquo;s been making headlines since his return to the cash-rich league this time, having picked 11 wickets in seven innings, and including becoming MI&rsquo;s highest wicket-taker, the Indian seamer&nbsp;was all over the news before pulling out due to a back spasm on the Australian tour.
<h2>Bumrah bossed Oz</h2>
Against Australia during BGT 2024/25, Bumrah was the highest wicket-taker, picking 32 wickets in five Tests, seven more than the second-best in Australia captain Pat Cummins (25) while playing an inning less.
His tally was record-breaking on several counts, as he became the first Indian seamer to pick beyond 30 wickets on a tour Down Under; he also had the record for the most wickets picked up by an Indian bowler on Australian soil.
Bumrah returned with a six-wicket haul, two five-fors and a four-wicket haul this time, creating terror in the minds of the Aussie batters.&nbsp;
Speaking on the same lines, Gilchrist believes that never before has an Indian quick traumatised the Aussies the way Bumrah does.&nbsp;
"A seamer from India, consistently throughout, particularly the series that we just saw in the summer, back home in the Australian summer, no, I don't think so," Gilchrist replies when asked whether Australians were intimidated and afraid of a bowler from India like they were against Jasprit Bumrah before.
Cannot stop praising Bumrah, Gilchrist continued, "We just sat and watched in awe at close range, commentating on that series and again, I know it's a different format, but he is the best all-format bowler; that's nothing to argue there," the former wicketkeeper-batter said.
Meanwhile, Bumrah would be crucial to India&rsquo;s chances on their next away tour of England later this year, including five Tests, starting June 20.&nbsp;

Bumrah returned with a six-wicket haul, two five-fors and a four-wicket haul in the last BGT, creating terror in the minds of the Aussie batters. Sports, Cricket

Everyone fears facing Jasprit Bumrah, even the mighty Aussies. The ace Indian quick is perhaps the greatest pacer produced in India, and if former Australia gloveman Adam Gilchrist’s words are to be believed, he is the greatest ever to grace the game. Though it could sound too big a remark for this generational talent, if a three-time World Cup winner suggests, so be it. Bumrah has returned from the back injury he sustained during the fifth Test Down Under (against Australia at the SCG) and continues to make merry for the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025. His comeback triggered MI’s winning run following a shallow start to the season, as they sit in the top position with 14 points from 11 contested matches thus far, including winning their past six games. Also read | Better than McGrath, Marshall? Gilchrist showers highest praise on ‘all-time great' Jasprit Bumrah Although he’s been making headlines since his return to the cash-rich league this time, having picked 11 wickets in seven innings, and including becoming MI’s highest wicket-taker, the Indian seamer was all over the news before pulling out due to a back spasm on the Australian tour. Bumrah bossed Oz Against Australia during BGT 2024/25, Bumrah was the highest wicket-taker, picking 32 wickets in five Tests, seven more than the second-best in Australia captain Pat Cummins (25) while playing an inning less. His tally was record-breaking on several counts, as he became the first Indian seamer to pick beyond 30 wickets on a tour Down Under; he also had the record for the most wickets picked up by an Indian bowler on Australian soil. Bumrah returned with a six-wicket haul, two five-fors and a four-wicket haul this time, creating terror in the minds of the Aussie batters. Speaking on the same lines, Gilchrist believes that never before has an Indian quick traumatised the Aussies the way Bumrah does. "A seamer from India, consistently throughout, particularly the series that we just saw in the summer, back home in the Australian summer, no, I don't think so," Gilchrist replies when asked whether Australians were intimidated and afraid of a bowler from India like they were against Jasprit Bumrah before. Cannot stop praising Bumrah, Gilchrist continued, "We just sat and watched in awe at close range, commentating on that series and again, I know it's a different format, but he is the best all-format bowler; that's nothing to argue there," the former wicketkeeper-batter said. Meanwhile, Bumrah would be crucial to India’s chances on their next away tour of England later this year, including five Tests, starting June 20.

Australians fear Bumrah; no Indian bowler intimidated us like he does: Ex-Aussie great

Cricket has had many heroes in its almost 150-year-old history, but has anyone been as good as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah" rel="dofollow">Jasprit Bumrah</a>? Former Australia keeper and three-time World Cup winner Adam Gilchrist doesn&rsquo;t think so. Considering the ageless greats in Wasim Akram, Malcolm Marshall and even Glenn McGrath&rsquo;s numbers and impact on the game, they are all probably second to Bumrah, who Gilchrist calls perhaps the greatest of all time, let alone from India.
Bumrah is a generational talent. Not that the game hasn&rsquo;t seen more lethal pacers or probably more consistent and prolific wicket-takers than him, but how quickly he changes the game&rsquo;s equation separates him from the rest.
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Bumrah was nursing a back injury he sustained during the final BGT Test Down early this year (in Sydney) and missed out on all action since. Even though he failed to regain full fitness in the lead-up to IPL 2025, missing a few matches earlier, his impact since his return is there for everyone to see.&nbsp; Having played seven games on the trot since returning, Bumrah has picked 11 wickets at 17.73, including a four-wicket haul.
<h2>'Best ever'</h2>
Speaking highly of the Indian quick, who spearheads the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mumbai-indians" rel="dofollow">Mumbai Indians</a>&rsquo; bowling attack, the team that now sits at the top of the points table with 14 points from 11 contested matches, Gilchrist said Bumrah is the Sir Donald Bradman of the bowlers and that everyone is lucky watching the greatness unfold in front of their eyes.
"He's maybe the best bowler, fast bowler of all time,&rdquo; Gilchrist said on Cricbuzz.
&ldquo;When you start stacking up the statistics and the varying conditions that he has to go out and execute those skills in, I guess you look at Sir Donald Bradman's numbers compared to his peers, and he's just so far ahead, so I think Bumrah is sort of in that category across all the different variations that you get in conditions and pitches that you've got to bowl on. He's significantly further ahead than the peers around him, so that tells you we are truly watching greatness,&rdquo; he continued.&nbsp;
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Meanwhile, against the Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, Bumrah picked up two wickets, both coming off successive balls in his first over. He first removed RR captain Riyan Parag, caught off a bouncer, before sending the dangerous Shimron Hetmyer on a first-ball duck.&nbsp;
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Cameraman: Where did it go? SKY: Right here! 😉 🎥 Surya Kumar Yadav&rsquo;s sharp take left everyone guessing 😮 Updates ▶ <a href="https://t.co/t4j49gXHDu">https://t.co/t4j49gXHDu</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RRvMI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RRvMI</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/mipaltan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mipaltan</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/surya_14kumar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@surya_14kumar</a> <a href="https://t.co/8PkZy0O5Tu">pic.twitter.com/8PkZy0O5Tu</a>
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Though he missed out on his hat-trick against RR, Bumrah&rsquo;s double-wicket-over floored the hosts, who lost the match by an embarrassing 100 runs, getting knocked out of the tournament with that.&nbsp;

Not that cricket hasn’t seen more consistent bowlers than Bumrah, but how quickly he changes the game’s equation separates him from the rest. Sports, Cricket

Cricket has had many heroes in its almost 150-year-old history, but has anyone been as good as Jasprit Bumrah? Former Australia keeper and three-time World Cup winner Adam Gilchrist doesn’t think so. Considering the ageless greats in Wasim Akram, Malcolm Marshall and even Glenn McGrath’s numbers and impact on the game, they are all probably second to Bumrah, who Gilchrist calls perhaps the greatest of all time, let alone from India. Bumrah is a generational talent. Not that the game hasn’t seen more lethal pacers or probably more consistent and prolific wicket-takers than him, but how quickly he changes the game’s equation separates him from the rest. Also read | Vaibhav Suryavanshi goes from record IPL hundred to second-ball duck in two games as RR knocked out Bumrah was nursing a back injury he sustained during the final BGT Test Down early this year (in Sydney) and missed out on all action since. Even though he failed to regain full fitness in the lead-up to IPL 2025, missing a few matches earlier, his impact since his return is there for everyone to see. Having played seven games on the trot since returning, Bumrah has picked 11 wickets at 17.73, including a four-wicket haul. 'Best ever' Speaking highly of the Indian quick, who spearheads the Mumbai Indians’ bowling attack, the team that now sits at the top of the points table with 14 points from 11 contested matches, Gilchrist said Bumrah is the Sir Donald Bradman of the bowlers and that everyone is lucky watching the greatness unfold in front of their eyes. "He's maybe the best bowler, fast bowler of all time,” Gilchrist said on Cricbuzz. “When you start stacking up the statistics and the varying conditions that he has to go out and execute those skills in, I guess you look at Sir Donald Bradman's numbers compared to his peers, and he's just so far ahead, so I think Bumrah is sort of in that category across all the different variations that you get in conditions and pitches that you've got to bowl on. He's significantly further ahead than the peers around him, so that tells you we are truly watching greatness,” he continued. Also read | ‘We don’t buy superstars, we make them,’ RR coach's cheeky remark after IPL 2025 playoff elimination Meanwhile, against the Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, Bumrah picked up two wickets, both coming off successive balls in his first over. He first removed RR captain Riyan Parag, caught off a bouncer, before sending the dangerous Shimron Hetmyer on a first-ball duck. Cameraman: Where did it go? SKY: Right here! 😉 🎥 Surya Kumar Yadav’s sharp take left everyone guessing 😮 Updates ▶ https://t.co/t4j49gXHDu#TATAIPL | #RRvMI | @mipaltan | @surya_14kumar pic.twitter.com/8PkZy0O5Tu — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 1, 2025 Though he missed out on his hat-trick against RR, Bumrah’s double-wicket-over floored the hosts, who lost the match by an embarrassing 100 runs, getting knocked out of the tournament with that.

Better than McGrath, Marshall? Gilchrist showers highest praise on ‘all-time great' Jasprit Bumrah

Top 6 Bowlers with Most Maidens in IPL History

1. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (14 Maidens)

2. Praveen Kumar ( 14 Maidens)

3. Trent Boult (11 Maidens)

4. Irfan Pathan (10 Maidens)

5. Dhawal Kulkarni (8 Maidens)

6. Jasprit Bumrah (8 Maidens)

Here is a look at six bowlers with the most maidens in IPL history, featuring Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Praveen Kumar, Irfan Pathan, Trent Boult and Dhawal Kulkarni. Sports Cricket

Pace bowler <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah" rel="dofollow">Jasprit Bumrah</a> returned figures of 4-22 to lead IPL heavyweights <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mumbai-indians" rel="dofollow">Mumbai Indians</a> to their fifth successive win with a 54-run hammering of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Sunday. Five-time champions Mumbai posted 215-7 after South Africa's Ryan Rickleton, a left-hand wicketkeeper-batsman, hit 58 and Suryakumar Yadav hammered 54 at the Wankhede Stadium.<o:p></o:p>
All the bowlers contributed, including England's Will Jacks, who took two wickets in one over, as Mumbai bowled out Lucknow for 161, pushing them up to second in the 10-team table in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a>.<o:p></o:p>
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It was Mumbai's 150th victory in the Indian Premier League, the first time for any team in the league.<o:p></o:p>
Bumrah stood out after he dismissed Aiden Markram to go past former quick Lasith Malinga's record of 170 IPL wickets to become Mumbai's leading bowler.<o:p></o:p>
Bumrah, who has returned from a back injury that made him miss India's Champions Trophy title win in Dubai last month, now has 174 wickets.<o:p></o:p>
Lucknow opener Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran hit back with a flurry of boundaries in their breezy partnership of 42.<o:p></o:p>
Jacks got Pooran out for 27 with his off-spin and struck two balls later to send back Lucknow skipper Rishabh Pant, caught out for four while the left-hander attempted a reverse sweep.<o:p></o:p>
Wicketkeeper-batsman Pant, who was bought by Lucknow at an all-time auction record of $3.21 million in November, has flopped with the bat, scoring just 110 runs in nine innings.<o:p></o:p>
New Zealand left-arm quick Trent Boult took down Australia's Marsh for 34 and later got Ayush Badoni out on 35 to derail the chase and returned figures of 3-20.<o:p></o:p>
Wickets kept tumbling, and Bumrah returned to take three in one, including impact player David Miller out for 24 to shut out Lucknow.<o:p></o:p>
The batters set up victory after the left-handed Rickleton began quickly with a rush of boundaries despite losing his opening partner and former captain Rohit, who fell to returning speedster Mayank Yadav's slower ball for 12.<o:p></o:p>
Rickleton countered the spin threat to hit back in a 55-run second-wicket stand with Jacks, who hit 29, but finally fell to leg-spinner Digvesh Rathi.<o:p></o:p>
Jacks hit a few boundaries before being bowled by Prince Yadav, but Suryakumar kept up the attack with his audacious hitting, including a kneel-down hook for six over fine-leg.<o:p></o:p>
The Lucknow bowlers struck regularly, and Mayank bowled skipper Hardik Pandya for five.<o:p></o:p>
India's T20 captain Suryakumar, who is the season's leading batter with 427 runs, raised his fifty with a six, but pace bowler Avesh Khan dismissed him next ball.<o:p></o:p>
Naman Dhir, who hit an unbeaten 25 off 11 balls, and South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch, who smashed a 10-ball 20 on his IPL debut, helped finish with a flourish in their quickfire stand of 28.
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It was the Mumbai Indians' 150th victory in the Indian Premier League, the first time for any team in the league. Suryakumar Yadav broke some records too. Sports, Cricket

Pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah returned figures of 4-22 to lead IPL heavyweights Mumbai Indians to their fifth successive win with a 54-run hammering of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Sunday. Five-time champions Mumbai posted 215-7 after South Africa's Ryan Rickleton, a left-hand wicketkeeper-batsman, hit 58 and Suryakumar Yadav hammered 54 at the Wankhede Stadium. All the bowlers contributed, including England's Will Jacks, who took two wickets in one over, as Mumbai bowled out Lucknow for 161, pushing them up to second in the 10-team table in IPL 2025. Also read | MI vs LSG: Suryakumar Yadav becomes quickest to 4000 IPL runs by an Indian, surpasses Rohit It was Mumbai's 150th victory in the Indian Premier League, the first time for any team in the league. Bumrah stood out after he dismissed Aiden Markram to go past former quick Lasith Malinga's record of 170 IPL wickets to become Mumbai's leading bowler. Bumrah, who has returned from a back injury that made him miss India's Champions Trophy title win in Dubai last month, now has 174 wickets. Lucknow opener Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran hit back with a flurry of boundaries in their breezy partnership of 42. Jacks got Pooran out for 27 with his off-spin and struck two balls later to send back Lucknow skipper Rishabh Pant, caught out for four while the left-hander attempted a reverse sweep. Wicketkeeper-batsman Pant, who was bought by Lucknow at an all-time auction record of $3.21 million in November, has flopped with the bat, scoring just 110 runs in nine innings. New Zealand left-arm quick Trent Boult took down Australia's Marsh for 34 and later got Ayush Badoni out on 35 to derail the chase and returned figures of 3-20. Wickets kept tumbling, and Bumrah returned to take three in one, including impact player David Miller out for 24 to shut out Lucknow. The batters set up victory after the left-handed Rickleton began quickly with a rush of boundaries despite losing his opening partner and former captain Rohit, who fell to returning speedster Mayank Yadav's slower ball for 12. Rickleton countered the spin threat to hit back in a 55-run second-wicket stand with Jacks, who hit 29, but finally fell to leg-spinner Digvesh Rathi. Jacks hit a few boundaries before being bowled by Prince Yadav, but Suryakumar kept up the attack with his audacious hitting, including a kneel-down hook for six over fine-leg. The Lucknow bowlers struck regularly, and Mayank bowled skipper Hardik Pandya for five. India's T20 captain Suryakumar, who is the season's leading batter with 427 runs, raised his fifty with a six, but pace bowler Avesh Khan dismissed him next ball. Naman Dhir, who hit an unbeaten 25 off 11 balls, and South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch, who smashed a 10-ball 20 on his IPL debut, helped finish with a flourish in their quickfire stand of 28. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

MI vs LSG: Record-breaker Bumrah helps Mumbai Indians register fifth straight win in IPL 2025

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has warned the team management over Jasprit Bumrah as the build-up for the England tour has already begun. Speaking on Sunday in the ICC Review show, Shastri has backed the Indian pacer to feature in the series but has advised not to play in all five matches. Bumrah has been troubled with injuries in recent times, notably missing the Champions Trophy 2025 in UAE for India.<o:p></o:p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Shastri advises Indian team management<o:p></o:p></h2>
"I would be very, very careful [with Bumrah]," Shastri said while speaking in The ICC Review.<o:p></o:p>
"I would give him two Test matches at a time and then wait for the break. Ideally, make him play four. You'll be tempted to make him play five if he starts off in a great manner, but it's how his body pulls up. He should be given the first opportunity to say, 'Yes, a little, [I am] feeling the niggle. A break would help.' Give him that break."<o:p></o:p>
Bumrah has been one of the important members of the Indian side in all formats, however, his workload management is a huge issue. He suffered a back injury during the Sydney Test in January, which ruled him out of the Champions Trophy and early part of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) season.
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">India target good start to WTC cycle<o:p></o:p></h2>
Having endured a tough finish to the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle with series defeats to New Zealand and Australia, India will push for a better start when they face England. The England series will mark the beginning of the 2025-27 WTC cycle as the hosts also push for a better start. <o:p></o:p>
India expected to name a similar squad that travelled to Australia with Rohit Sharma set to lead, despite being under pressure. Mohammed Shami is also expected to make his Test return during the series which begins on June 20.<o:p></o:p>

India News | Sports: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has warned the team management over Jasprit Bumrah as the build-up for the England tour has already begun.

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has warned the team management over Jasprit Bumrah as the build-up for the England tour has already begun. Speaking on Sunday in the ICC Review show, Shastri has backed the Indian pacer to feature in the series but has advised not to play in all five matches. Bumrah has been troubled with injuries in recent times, notably missing the Champions Trophy 2025 in UAE for India. Shastri advises Indian team management "I would be very, very careful [with Bumrah]," Shastri said while speaking in The ICC Review. "I would give him two Test matches at a time and then wait for the break. Ideally, make him play four. You'll be tempted to make him play five if he starts off in a great manner, but it's how his body pulls up. He should be given the first opportunity to say, 'Yes, a little, [I am] feeling the niggle. A break would help.' Give him that break." Bumrah has been one of the important members of the Indian side in all formats, however, his workload management is a huge issue. He suffered a back injury during the Sydney Test in January, which ruled him out of the Champions Trophy and early part of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) season. ALSO READ | Anfield crowd to witness first title clincher in 35 years as Reds host Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League India target good start to WTC cycle Having endured a tough finish to the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle with series defeats to New Zealand and Australia, India will push for a better start when they face England. The England series will mark the beginning of the 2025-27 WTC cycle as the hosts also push for a better start. India expected to name a similar squad that travelled to Australia with Rohit Sharma set to lead, despite being under pressure. Mohammed Shami is also expected to make his Test return during the series which begins on June 20.

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India paceman <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah">Jasprit Bumrah</a> has been named as the Leading Men's Cricketer in the World in the 2025 edition of the&nbsp;Wisden&nbsp;Cricketers' Almanack, with compatriot <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/smriti-mandhana">Smriti Mandhana</a> picking up the women's award.
Bumrah was given the honour by the sport's "bible" after a stunning 2024 in which he excelled in red-ball and white-ball cricket.
The 31-year-old picked up 71 Test wickets at an average of less than 15 and was named player of the tournament as India won the T20 World Cup in the West Indies.
<h2>'Quite simply the star of the year'</h2>
Wisden&nbsp;editor Lawrence Booth described Bumrah as "quite simply the star of the year".
Reflecting on Bumrah's astonishing efforts during India's Test series in Australia, Booth wrote: "He was so lethal, so uniquely challenging -- a staccato of limbs somehow forming a symphony -- that runs scored off him should have counted double.
"And while taking 32 Australian wickets at 13 each, he laid a claim to be considered the greatest of all time, becoming the first with 200 Test wickets at an average below 20."&nbsp;
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Despite Bumrah's heroics, Australia won the five-Test series, which finished in early January, 3-1.
Mandhana, 28, made it an Indian double by being named as the Leading Women's Cricketer in the World. The batter scored 1,659 runs across all formats in 2024 -- the most by a woman in a calendar year of international cricket.
West Indies batter <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/nicholas-pooran">Nicholas Pooran</a> was named as the game's leading T20 cricketer.&nbsp;In the almanack, which is published on Thursday, Booth is scathing about Jay Shah's smooth transition from the most powerful figure in Indian cricket to chairman of the International Cricket Council.
"(It is) a sorry truth: 2024 was the year cricket gave up any claim to being properly administered, with checks, balances, and governance for the many, not the few," Booth writes.
He adds: "Cricket has handed over the only key not already in India's possession. All hail the Big One."&nbsp;The&nbsp;Wisden&nbsp;Cricketers' Almanack has been published continually on an annual basis since its first edition in 1864.
Wisden&nbsp;also names five Cricketers of the Year -- an award that can only be won once in a career -- and is generally based on performances in the previous English season.&nbsp;England trio Gus Atkinson, Jamie Smith and Sophie Ecclestone have been named among the five in the 2025 edition.
Hampshire spinner Liam Dawson, who has also played for England, and Surrey paceman Dan Worrall complete the line-up.
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Cricket, Sports: Bumrah was given the honour by the sport's 'bible' after a stunning 2024 in which he excelled in red-ball and white-ball cricket, while Mandhana, 28, made it an Indian double by being named as the Leading Women's Cricketer in the World

India paceman Jasprit Bumrah has been named as the Leading Men's Cricketer in the World in the 2025 edition of the Wisden Cricketers' Almanack, with compatriot Smriti Mandhana picking up the women's award. Bumrah was given the honour by the sport's "bible" after a stunning 2024 in which he excelled in red-ball and white-ball cricket. The 31-year-old picked up 71 Test wickets at an average of less than 15 and was named player of the tournament as India won the T20 World Cup in the West Indies. 'Quite simply the star of the year' Wisden editor Lawrence Booth described Bumrah as "quite simply the star of the year". Reflecting on Bumrah's astonishing efforts during India's Test series in Australia, Booth wrote: "He was so lethal, so uniquely challenging -- a staccato of limbs somehow forming a symphony -- that runs scored off him should have counted double. "And while taking 32 Australian wickets at 13 each, he laid a claim to be considered the greatest of all time, becoming the first with 200 Test wickets at an average below 20." Also Read: IPL 2025: Markram's half-century guides Lucknow Super Giants to 159/6 against Delhi Capitals Despite Bumrah's heroics, Australia won the five-Test series, which finished in early January, 3-1. Mandhana, 28, made it an Indian double by being named as the Leading Women's Cricketer in the World. The batter scored 1,659 runs across all formats in 2024 -- the most by a woman in a calendar year of international cricket. West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran was named as the game's leading T20 cricketer. In the almanack, which is published on Thursday, Booth is scathing about Jay Shah's smooth transition from the most powerful figure in Indian cricket to chairman of the International Cricket Council. "(It is) a sorry truth: 2024 was the year cricket gave up any claim to being properly administered, with checks, balances, and governance for the many, not the few," Booth writes. He adds: "Cricket has handed over the only key not already in India's possession. All hail the Big One." The Wisden Cricketers' Almanack has been published continually on an annual basis since its first edition in 1864. Wisden also names five Cricketers of the Year -- an award that can only be won once in a career -- and is generally based on performances in the previous English season. England trio Gus Atkinson, Jamie Smith and Sophie Ecclestone have been named among the five in the 2025 edition. Hampshire spinner Liam Dawson, who has also played for England, and Surrey paceman Dan Worrall complete the line-up. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Jasprit Bumrah and Smriti Mandhana win top Wisden cricket awards

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ms-dhoni" rel="dofollow">MS Dhoni</a>&rsquo;s return to his fortress at the Wankhede Stadium turned horror for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mumbai-indians" rel="dofollow">Mumbai Indians</a> thrashed the visitors by nine wickets, winning their fourth game in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a>. Mumbai climbed to the sixth spot on the points table with four wins in eight contested matches, while CSK remained at the bottom with six losses thus far this edition. Indian pair Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav completed respective fifties during the chase.
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Mumbai Indians won the toss and, as it should be, decided to bowl first, considering the dew factor at the venue. Down on confidence, CSK lost their man in form, Rachin Ravindra, in the fourth over, with two rookie batters, including a debutant, Ayush Mhatre, and his partner Shaik Rasheed, beginning the rebuilding work.&nbsp;
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Mhatre impressed one and all on his IPL debut, smashing Ashwani Kumar for four and two sixes before opening his arms against Deepak Chahar and Trent Boult.&nbsp;
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𝙁𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙡𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙤𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙩 🤩 How about that for a start 🔥 Ayush Mhatre's <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> career is up and away in some fashion 💛<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CSK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CSK</a> 52/1 after 6 overs. Updates ▶ <a href="https://t.co/v2k7Y5sIdi">https://t.co/v2k7Y5sIdi</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MIvCSK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MIvCSK</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/ChennaiIPL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChennaiIPL</a> <a href="https://t.co/UVvmdWotvY">pic.twitter.com/UVvmdWotvY</a>
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After adding 41 for the second wicket, he got out to Chahar on 32 off just 15 balls. MI&rsquo;s ace spinner Mitchell Santner removed Rasheed in the next over, putting CSK&rsquo;s back against the wall.&nbsp;
The left-handed pair of Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja picked up the run rate, with Dube taking on the bowlers. Just after completing his fifty, premier MI seamer Jasprit Bumrah removed him before accounting for CSK captain and batting great MS Dhoni, caught at the deep on four.&nbsp;
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Meanwhile, Jadeja completed his fifty in the last over, helping CSK put up 176 for five.
<h2>No stopping MI</h2>
Since winning their last game against Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians look and play like a different team. And what&rsquo;s best? Rohit Sharma is back to form!
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The veteran opener looked like his old self, taking all bowlers to the cleaners. He smashed sixes for fun against CSK bowlers, with Suryakumar Yadav tormenting them with utter disdain, mainly their premier spinner, Noor Ahmed.
The pair added 114 runs for the second wicket, with SKY hitting an unbeaten 68 off 30 balls, including five sixes and six fours. On the other hand, Rohit remained not out on 76 off 45 balls, bashing six massive sixes and four boundaries.
MI completed the chase in the 16th over.&nbsp;

Mumbai Indians rose to the sixth spot on the points table with four wins and as many losses in eight contested matches thus far in IPL 2025. Sports, Cricket

MS Dhoni’s return to his fortress at the Wankhede Stadium turned horror for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as Mumbai Indians thrashed the visitors by nine wickets, winning their fourth game in IPL 2025. Mumbai climbed to the sixth spot on the points table with four wins in eight contested matches, while CSK remained at the bottom with six losses thus far this edition. Indian pair Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav completed respective fifties during the chase. A perfect way to wrap a dominant victory and seal back-to-back home wins 💙@mipaltan sign off tonight by winning round 2⃣ against their arch rival 🥳 Scorecard ▶ https://t.co/v2k7Y5tg2Q#TATAIPL | #MIvCSK pic.twitter.com/u2BDXfHpXJ — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 20, 2025 Mumbai Indians won the toss and, as it should be, decided to bowl first, considering the dew factor at the venue. Down on confidence, CSK lost their man in form, Rachin Ravindra, in the fourth over, with two rookie batters, including a debutant, Ayush Mhatre, and his partner Shaik Rasheed, beginning the rebuilding work. Also read | IPL 2025: Kohli, Krunal power RCB to beat Punjab Kings in return leg, enter top three Mhatre impressed one and all on his IPL debut, smashing Ashwani Kumar for four and two sixes before opening his arms against Deepak Chahar and Trent Boult. 𝙁𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙡𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙤𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙩 🤩 How about that for a start 🔥 Ayush Mhatre's #TATAIPL career is up and away in some fashion 💛#CSK 52/1 after 6 overs. Updates ▶ https://t.co/v2k7Y5sIdi#MIvCSK | @ChennaiIPL pic.twitter.com/UVvmdWotvY — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 20, 2025 After adding 41 for the second wicket, he got out to Chahar on 32 off just 15 balls. MI’s ace spinner Mitchell Santner removed Rasheed in the next over, putting CSK’s back against the wall. The left-handed pair of Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja picked up the run rate, with Dube taking on the bowlers. Just after completing his fifty, premier MI seamer Jasprit Bumrah removed him before accounting for CSK captain and batting great MS Dhoni, caught at the deep on four. Not easy to hit him away 🙅‍ Jasprit Bumrah is his name 😎 And it's the big wicket of MS Dhoni ☝ Updates ▶ https://t.co/v2k7Y5sIdi#TATAIPL | #MIvCSK | @Jaspritbumrah93 | @mipaltan pic.twitter.com/xYzkipqEHE — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 20, 2025 Meanwhile, Jadeja completed his fifty in the last over, helping CSK put up 176 for five. No stopping MI Since winning their last game against Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians look and play like a different team. And what’s best? Rohit Sharma is back to form! Wankhede stadium is buzzing 🥳 Rohit Sharma is depositing them into the second tiers 🔥 Updates ▶ https://t.co/v2k7Y5sIdi#TATAIPL | #MIvCSK | @ImRo45 | @mipaltan pic.twitter.com/BAFtGG3DB1 — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 20, 2025 The veteran opener looked like his old self, taking all bowlers to the cleaners. He smashed sixes for fun against CSK bowlers, with Suryakumar Yadav tormenting them with utter disdain, mainly their premier spinner, Noor Ahmed. The pair added 114 runs for the second wicket, with SKY hitting an unbeaten 68 off 30 balls, including five sixes and six fours. On the other hand, Rohit remained not out on 76 off 45 balls, bashing six massive sixes and four boundaries. MI completed the chase in the 16th over.

No merry for MS Dhoni in Mumbai as hosts thrash CSK at Wankhede by nine wickets

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah" rel="dofollow">Jasprit Bumrah-</a>Karun Nair had quite a face-off during Delhi Capitals' recently concluded home game against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mumbai-indians" rel="dofollow">Mumbai Indians</a> in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a>. While Bumrah, playing his second game this season, ended up on the winning side, with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ipl-2025-tilak-powers-mumbai-indians-to-2055-against-delhi-capitals-8958569" rel="dofollow">Mumbai clinching this thriller by 12 runs</a>, Nair&rsquo;s monumental return to the cash-rich league had the internet talking. The right-handed batter impressed everyone with his brilliant 89 off 40 balls while chasing, hitting 17 boundaries, including five sixes, two of which came against Bumrah inside the Powerplay.
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Taking on the world&rsquo;s best bowler? <a href="https://twitter.com/karun126?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@karun126</a> didn&rsquo;t hesitate! 👏 🗣 &ldquo;He&rsquo;s reading Bumrah like a book!&rdquo; - Harsha Bhogle, on air 🎙 Watch the LIVE action ➡ <a href="https://t.co/QAuja88phU">https://t.co/QAuja88phU</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPLonJioStar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPLonJioStar</a> 👉 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DCvMI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DCvMI</a> | LIVE NOW on Star Sports Network &amp; JioHotstar! <a href="https://t.co/IG6LpKDGWk">pic.twitter.com/IG6LpKDGWk</a>
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Meanwhile, when it looked like Nair had kept Delhi&rsquo;s nose ahead in this run chase, he got out to Mitchell Santner. But, before that, Nair and Bumrah got into an intense argument, with MI captain Hardik Pandya becoming the peacemaker; however, what caught everyone's attention was Rohit Sharma's funny reaction to this brawl. <span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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The incident occurred during one of Bumrah&rsquo;s overs when Nair ran into him unintentionally, only for the premier quick to lose his cool over the same. Even though Nair apologised to him midway through his second run by raising his hand in the air, Bumrah approached him during the drinks break soon after, exchanging some words. Pandya entered the scene trying to make peace between the two, with veteran MI batter Rohit giggling and making funny expressions standing at a distance.
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The average Delhi vs Mumbai debate in comments section 🫣 Don't miss <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> 's reaction at the end 😁 Watch the LIVE action ➡ <a href="https://t.co/QAuja88phU">https://t.co/QAuja88phU</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPLonJioStar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPLonJioStar</a> 👉 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DCvMI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DCvMI</a> | LIVE NOW on Star Sports Network &amp; JioHotstar! <a href="https://t.co/FPt0XeYaqS">pic.twitter.com/FPt0XeYaqS</a>
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Mumbai Indians return to winning ways after a poor start this edition. Known to be late risers or the comeback kings, MI won two games thus far, climbing to the sixth spot on the points table with four points from six contested matches.<span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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In an away game on Sunday night, MI batted first in Delhi, scoring a mammoth 205/5 in 20 overs. Rohit and Ryan Rickelton got MI off to a flyer, adding 47 inside five overs before Vipraj Nigam dismissed Rohit on 18.<span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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The MI&rsquo;s middle order contributed big time, from Suryakumar Yadav (40) to Tilak Varma (59) to Naman Dhir (38*) later in the innings, propelling them to go past 200.<span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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Delhi lost Fraser McGurk on a first-ball duck but steadied the ship by bringing in their Impact Sub &ndash; Karun Nair next, who added 119 for the second wicket with gloveman Abishek Porel. Though that partnership almost had MI in their pocket, losing wickets in cluster afterwards cost the hosts as they failed to reclaim any momentum, eventually going down by 12 runs.
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On his comeback game for DC in IPL 2025, Karun Nair smoked 18 runs off Jasprit Bumrah's second over, hitting him for two sixes and a four. India news, Cricket, Sports

Jasprit Bumrah-Karun Nair had quite a face-off during Delhi Capitals' recently concluded home game against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025. While Bumrah, playing his second game this season, ended up on the winning side, with Mumbai clinching this thriller by 12 runs, Nair’s monumental return to the cash-rich league had the internet talking. The right-handed batter impressed everyone with his brilliant 89 off 40 balls while chasing, hitting 17 boundaries, including five sixes, two of which came against Bumrah inside the Powerplay. Taking on the world’s best bowler? @karun126 didn’t hesitate! 👏 🗣 “He’s reading Bumrah like a book!” - Harsha Bhogle, on air 🎙 Watch the LIVE action ➡ https://t.co/QAuja88phU#IPLonJioStar 👉 #DCvMI | LIVE NOW on Star Sports Network & JioHotstar! pic.twitter.com/IG6LpKDGWk — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) April 13, 2025 Meanwhile, when it looked like Nair had kept Delhi’s nose ahead in this run chase, he got out to Mitchell Santner. But, before that, Nair and Bumrah got into an intense argument, with MI captain Hardik Pandya becoming the peacemaker; however, what caught everyone's attention was Rohit Sharma's funny reaction to this brawl. The incident occurred during one of Bumrah’s overs when Nair ran into him unintentionally, only for the premier quick to lose his cool over the same. Even though Nair apologised to him midway through his second run by raising his hand in the air, Bumrah approached him during the drinks break soon after, exchanging some words. Pandya entered the scene trying to make peace between the two, with veteran MI batter Rohit giggling and making funny expressions standing at a distance. Watch viral video - The average Delhi vs Mumbai debate in comments section 🫣 Don't miss @ImRo45 's reaction at the end 😁 Watch the LIVE action ➡ https://t.co/QAuja88phU#IPLonJioStar 👉 #DCvMI | LIVE NOW on Star Sports Network & JioHotstar! pic.twitter.com/FPt0XeYaqS — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) April 13, 2025 Mumbai second's win this season Mumbai Indians return to winning ways after a poor start this edition. Known to be late risers or the comeback kings, MI won two games thus far, climbing to the sixth spot on the points table with four points from six contested matches. In an away game on Sunday night, MI batted first in Delhi, scoring a mammoth 205/5 in 20 overs. Rohit and Ryan Rickelton got MI off to a flyer, adding 47 inside five overs before Vipraj Nigam dismissed Rohit on 18. The MI’s middle order contributed big time, from Suryakumar Yadav (40) to Tilak Varma (59) to Naman Dhir (38*) later in the innings, propelling them to go past 200. Delhi lost Fraser McGurk on a first-ball duck but steadied the ship by bringing in their Impact Sub – Karun Nair next, who added 119 for the second wicket with gloveman Abishek Porel. Though that partnership almost had MI in their pocket, losing wickets in cluster afterwards cost the hosts as they failed to reclaim any momentum, eventually going down by 12 runs. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: Rohit Sharma’s reaction to Bumrah-Karun Nair fight wins internet, video goes viral – WATCH

Ace quick <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah" rel="dofollow">Jasprit Bumrah</a> has relinked with the Mumbai Indians (MI) squad ahead of their <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a> marquee home game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Monday at the Wankhede Stadium. Bumrah recovered in time from the back injury he sustained during the final BGT Test Down Under (in Sydney), which kept him out of competitive cricket for over three months.
Bumrah&rsquo;s return will boost MI&rsquo;s dressing morale, which took some beating against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their previous game. With two wins and as many losses in four contested matches thus far, Mumbai sits in the eighth position on the points table.&nbsp;
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/we-know-when-he-comes-out-to-bat-what-he-plans-to-do-pbks-yuzvendra-chahal-on-facing-ms-dhoni-in-ipl-2025-8934542" rel="dofollow">&lsquo;We know when he comes out to bat, what he plans to do,&rsquo; PBKS&rsquo; Chahal on facing MS Dhoni in IPL 2025</a>
However, with Bumrah returning to the side ahead of the RCB game, their chances of rising the ladder also increase.
The Yorker King Bumrah will come up against RCB&rsquo;s most prolific run-scorer and former captain Virat Kohli in the much-awaited clash in Mumbai, with the fans worldwide waiting to catch a glimpse of the clash of the titans.&nbsp;
Watch a video of how the MI squad hugged and greeted Bumrah upon his return to the Indian Premier League.
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Boom is back. Home game vs RCB tonight. Monday ho toh aisa! 🤩 Watch today's full episode of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MIDaily?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MIDaily</a> 👉 <a href="https://t.co/lwapAHrJYu">https://t.co/lwapAHrJYu</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiIndians?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MumbaiIndians</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PlayLikeMumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PlayLikeMumbai</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MIvRCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MIvRCB</a> <a href="https://t.co/BLhWjqgbBD">pic.twitter.com/BLhWjqgbBD</a>
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<h2>Lacing up in the nets</h2>
Bumrah relinked with the team over the weekend, and following formal and customary greetings and welcome, he went straight to the nets, throwing rockets and preparing for the RCB game this season.&nbsp;
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Goodnight Paltan! 😊<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiIndians?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MumbaiIndians</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PlayLikeMumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PlayLikeMumbai</a> <a href="https://t.co/UYghtBvYMN">pic.twitter.com/UYghtBvYMN</a>
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Bumrah will also rejoin his former teammate and New Zealand great Trent Boult at the camp for this season, with Deepak Chahar also complementing this new-ball pair.&nbsp;
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ipl-2025-no-discussion-of-csk-matches-on-ashwins-youtube-channel-after-social-media-backlash-8934350" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025: No discussion of CSK matches on Ashwin&rsquo;s YouTube channel after social media backlash</a>
Knowing their captain, Hardik Pandya, also enjoys bowling with the new ball, it remains to be seen who two are the new ball bowlers for the home team against RCB.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: Bumrah recovered in time from the back injury he sustained during the final BGT Test Down Under, which kept him out of cricket for over three months.

Ace quick Jasprit Bumrah has relinked with the Mumbai Indians (MI) squad ahead of their IPL 2025 marquee home game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Monday at the Wankhede Stadium. Bumrah recovered in time from the back injury he sustained during the final BGT Test Down Under (in Sydney), which kept him out of competitive cricket for over three months. Bumrah’s return will boost MI’s dressing morale, which took some beating against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their previous game. With two wins and as many losses in four contested matches thus far, Mumbai sits in the eighth position on the points table. Also read | ‘We know when he comes out to bat, what he plans to do,’ PBKS’ Chahal on facing MS Dhoni in IPL 2025 However, with Bumrah returning to the side ahead of the RCB game, their chances of rising the ladder also increase. The Yorker King Bumrah will come up against RCB’s most prolific run-scorer and former captain Virat Kohli in the much-awaited clash in Mumbai, with the fans worldwide waiting to catch a glimpse of the clash of the titans. Watch a video of how the MI squad hugged and greeted Bumrah upon his return to the Indian Premier League. Video – Boom is back. Home game vs RCB tonight. Monday ho toh aisa! 🤩 Watch today's full episode of #MIDaily 👉 https://t.co/lwapAHrJYu#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #MIvRCB pic.twitter.com/BLhWjqgbBD — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 7, 2025 Lacing up in the nets Bumrah relinked with the team over the weekend, and following formal and customary greetings and welcome, he went straight to the nets, throwing rockets and preparing for the RCB game this season. Goodnight Paltan! 😊#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai pic.twitter.com/UYghtBvYMN — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 6, 2025 Bumrah will also rejoin his former teammate and New Zealand great Trent Boult at the camp for this season, with Deepak Chahar also complementing this new-ball pair. Also read | IPL 2025: No discussion of CSK matches on Ashwin’s YouTube channel after social media backlash Knowing their captain, Hardik Pandya, also enjoys bowling with the new ball, it remains to be seen who two are the new ball bowlers for the home team against RCB. (With inputs from agencies)

MI vs RCB: Fit-again Bumrah gears up for Virat Kohli challenge in IPL 2025 classic – Watch

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has given all clear to Jasprit Bumrah as he is set to return to action for the first time since January. The medical staff at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru cleared Bumrah to return to action on Sunday (April 6) as Mumbai Indians are set to host Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025). His return will be a huge boost for Mumbai as they have only recorded one win in the IPL 2025 so far.
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𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑫𝒀 𝑻𝑶 𝑹𝑶𝑨𝑹 🦁<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiIndians?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MumbaiIndians</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PlayLikeMumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PlayLikeMumbai</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> <a href="https://t.co/oXSPWg8MVa">pic.twitter.com/oXSPWg8MVa</a>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Bumrah back for MI<o:p></o:p></h2>
In an announcement made on Mumbai Indians&rsquo; social media handle, Bumrah will be back for the five-time champions having started his career in 2013. The speedster was injured during India&rsquo;s final Test match against Australia in the Border-Gavsakar Trophy in January, leaving him out of the England series and the Champions Trophy 2025. <o:p></o:p>
The extent of the injury also saw him miss out on the starting few matches for MI in the IPL 2025. However, the latest news comes as a welcome addition to the MI team as they look to build momentum. <o:p></o:p>
In Bumrah&rsquo;s absence, Ashwini Kumar grabbed the headlines as he scalped four wickets against Kolkata Knight Riders. The likes of Deepak Chahar and Trent Boult have contributed to Bumrah&rsquo;s absence from the MI team.
ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/srh-vs-gt-dream11-prediction-fantasy-team-for-this-match-captain-and-vice-captain-choices-updates-sunrisers-hyderabad-vs-gujarat-titans-8930891" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">SRH vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Check Team, captain and vice-captain picks for SunRisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Titans</a>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">MI&rsquo;s mixed start to IPL 2025<o:p></o:p></h2>
So far in the IPL 2025, Mumbai have played four matches, winning just one against KKR. They have lost to Chennai Super Kings, Gujarat Titans and the Lucknow Super Giants so far. The latest clash will be against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Monday at the Wankhede Stadium where the hosts got the better of KKR. <o:p></o:p>
It is unclear whether Bumrah will be available for the entire match as Mumbai could use him as an Impact player. The former champions were already without Rohit Sharma as he struggles with a knee issue.<o:p></o:p>

Sports, Cricket, IPL:  The medical staff at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru cleared Bumrah to return to action on Sunday (April 6) as MI are set to host RCB in IPL.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has given all clear to Jasprit Bumrah as he is set to return to action for the first time since January. The medical staff at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru cleared Bumrah to return to action on Sunday (April 6) as Mumbai Indians are set to host Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025). His return will be a huge boost for Mumbai as they have only recorded one win in the IPL 2025 so far. 𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑫𝒀 𝑻𝑶 𝑹𝑶𝑨𝑹 🦁#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #TATAIPL pic.twitter.com/oXSPWg8MVa — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 6, 2025 Bumrah back for MI In an announcement made on Mumbai Indians’ social media handle, Bumrah will be back for the five-time champions having started his career in 2013. The speedster was injured during India’s final Test match against Australia in the Border-Gavsakar Trophy in January, leaving him out of the England series and the Champions Trophy 2025. The extent of the injury also saw him miss out on the starting few matches for MI in the IPL 2025. However, the latest news comes as a welcome addition to the MI team as they look to build momentum. In Bumrah’s absence, Ashwini Kumar grabbed the headlines as he scalped four wickets against Kolkata Knight Riders. The likes of Deepak Chahar and Trent Boult have contributed to Bumrah’s absence from the MI team. ALSO READ | SRH vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Check Team, captain and vice-captain picks for SunRisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Titans MI’s mixed start to IPL 2025 So far in the IPL 2025, Mumbai have played four matches, winning just one against KKR. They have lost to Chennai Super Kings, Gujarat Titans and the Lucknow Super Giants so far. The latest clash will be against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Monday at the Wankhede Stadium where the hosts got the better of KKR. It is unclear whether Bumrah will be available for the entire match as Mumbai could use him as an Impact player. The former champions were already without Rohit Sharma as he struggles with a knee issue.

IPL 2025: Jasprit Bumrah given all clear by BCCI's medical staff, joins Mumbai Indians squad ahead of RCB clash

Talisman pacer Jasprit Bumrah is coming close to attain full fitness and would be joining the Mumbai Indians soon. Bumrah is currently under rehab at BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru for the back injury he picked up in January earlier this year.
The development was reported by ESPNCricinfo on Friday (Apr 4) - same day when Mumbai take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their fourth match of the season. MI have had it difficult in the first three matches as they won only one but it is more to do with batter than bowlers.
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Bumrah, however, is an asset and MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene had said on March 19 that the team will be playing without him in March and the bowler is expected to join the team in April.
Bumrah can join the MI squad only after clearance from the medical staff at CoE and the pacer himself is cautious about joining the team before being fully fit.
The Indian pacer is himself taking it slowly as he builds his workload keeping in mind the upcoming five-Test series in England after the IPL.
The pacer was injured while playing his fifth consecutive Test in Australia - something for which the board and the team management has been criticised a lot.
Bumrah, after debuting for MI in 2013, has played all the seasons with the franchise except in 2022 when he was out with a back injury.
In Bumrah's absence, Deepak Chahar and Trent Boult have led Mumbai's attack with Hardik Pandya being the third seamer. In the last match though, Punjab-based Ashwani Kumar took four wickets on his debut and is most likely to play against LSG.
MI Playing XI vs LSG (Predicted): Rohit, Rickelton, Will Jacks, Surya, Tilak, Pandya, Naman Dhir, Deepak Chahar, Boult, Ashwani, Vignesh (impact sub)

Bumrah can join the MI squad only after clearance from the medical staff at CoE and the pacer himself is cautious about joining the team before being fully fit. Cricket Sports

Talisman pacer Jasprit Bumrah is coming close to attain full fitness and would be joining the Mumbai Indians soon. Bumrah is currently under rehab at BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru for the back injury he picked up in January earlier this year. The development was reported by ESPNCricinfo on Friday (Apr 4) - same day when Mumbai take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their fourth match of the season. MI have had it difficult in the first three matches as they won only one but it is more to do with batter than bowlers. Also Read: IPL 2025 | SRH skipper Cummins finally comes to senses, says 'have to think about different options' after 80 runs loss vs KKR Bumrah, however, is an asset and MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene had said on March 19 that the team will be playing without him in March and the bowler is expected to join the team in April. Bumrah can join the MI squad only after clearance from the medical staff at CoE and the pacer himself is cautious about joining the team before being fully fit. The Indian pacer is himself taking it slowly as he builds his workload keeping in mind the upcoming five-Test series in England after the IPL. The pacer was injured while playing his fifth consecutive Test in Australia - something for which the board and the team management has been criticised a lot. Bumrah, after debuting for MI in 2013, has played all the seasons with the franchise except in 2022 when he was out with a back injury. In Bumrah's absence, Deepak Chahar and Trent Boult have led Mumbai's attack with Hardik Pandya being the third seamer. In the last match though, Punjab-based Ashwani Kumar took four wickets on his debut and is most likely to play against LSG. MI Playing XI vs LSG (Predicted): Rohit, Rickelton, Will Jacks, Surya, Tilak, Pandya, Naman Dhir, Deepak Chahar, Boult, Ashwani, Vignesh (impact sub)

IPL 2025 | Jasprit Bumrah injury update: Will MI pacer play against LSG? Check details

Ace India seamer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah" rel="dofollow">Jasprit Bumrah</a> has endured enough injuries and pain in his glorious career; as things stand, he is preparing to return to competitive cricket after suffering a back spasm during the BGT Down Under in January 2025. Shane Bond, the former New Zealand pacer who worked with Bumrah at <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mumbai-indians" rel="dofollow">Mumbai Indians</a> in the IPL, reflected on his back issue, saying India over bowled him against Australia, and should they not learn from past mistakes, Bumrah&rsquo;s career is the price they will pay for it.
Back issues have troubled Bumrah since he emerged (on the cricket scene), cutting on his regular appearances for Team India across formats. Bumrah&rsquo;s risky action, coupled with his excessive workload, has kept him away from on-field cricket for a prolonged period, so much so that when he suffered the same injury back in 2023, he missed a major chunk of the year recovering from it and another quarter to get back to bowling full throttles.
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Although India won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in his absence, they&rsquo;d need him for the away England Tests later this year; however, Bond sent warning signs for the skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir to utilise his services properly to avoid him suffering a stress fracture in his back, which is on the borderline.
&ldquo;I don't think so,&rdquo; Bond said on whether Bumrah should change his bowling action to preserve his career.&nbsp;
&ldquo;He had the [2023] surgery, but he played all that [Australia] Test series, performed unbelievably. At the end of the day, he just bowled too much over a one-month period. And it hasn't cracked, he hasn't got a fracture, he is on the borderline of a fracture,&rdquo; Bond said in a chat with ESPNcricinfo.&nbsp;
&ldquo;But what India would have learned is, if you then look at a five-Test match series in England and they do the same thing, they are probably going to get the same result. So you can't do that. You need a squad of bowlers where you can sort of pick and choose.&nbsp;Because if you lose him, you have got T20 World Cups, you've got 50-overs World Cups, and he's an important member across all formats, IPL, all that sort of stuff,&rdquo; Bond continued.
<h2>Too many overs broke Bumrah&rsquo;s back</h2>
Bumrah captained India in two Tests on its last tour Down Under, winning one (in Perth) and leaving the field midway in his second (at the final Test in Sydney). Though he was the standout bowler, picking 32 wickets from five Tests &ndash; the most by an Indian bowler on Australian soil, Bumrah paid the price for sending down a sheer volume of overs (151.2) that eventually broke his back.
"In Australia, it was just the sheer volume of overs that got him in the end - in those five Test matches, his performance was ridiculous, and they leaned on him a lot, and I think he might've bowled 50 overs in a Test match. You are not going to avoid an injury, you are just trying to avoid the really bad ones, and I'm hoping Bumrah can avoid another one of these," Bond said.
Meanwhile, Bumrah would re-link with the Mumbai Indians squad sometime in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a>.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: Currently, Jasprit Bumrah is preparing to return to competitive cricket after suffering a back spasm during the BGT Down Under in January 2025.

Ace India seamer Jasprit Bumrah has endured enough injuries and pain in his glorious career; as things stand, he is preparing to return to competitive cricket after suffering a back spasm during the BGT Down Under in January 2025. Shane Bond, the former New Zealand pacer who worked with Bumrah at Mumbai Indians in the IPL, reflected on his back issue, saying India over bowled him against Australia, and should they not learn from past mistakes, Bumrah’s career is the price they will pay for it. Back issues have troubled Bumrah since he emerged (on the cricket scene), cutting on his regular appearances for Team India across formats. Bumrah’s risky action, coupled with his excessive workload, has kept him away from on-field cricket for a prolonged period, so much so that when he suffered the same injury back in 2023, he missed a major chunk of the year recovering from it and another quarter to get back to bowling full throttles. Also read | IPL 2025: Riyan Parag throws phone, attitude to ground staff, fans slam RR captain for ‘rude behaviour’ – WATCH Although India won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in his absence, they’d need him for the away England Tests later this year; however, Bond sent warning signs for the skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir to utilise his services properly to avoid him suffering a stress fracture in his back, which is on the borderline. “I don't think so,” Bond said on whether Bumrah should change his bowling action to preserve his career. “He had the [2023] surgery, but he played all that [Australia] Test series, performed unbelievably. At the end of the day, he just bowled too much over a one-month period. And it hasn't cracked, he hasn't got a fracture, he is on the borderline of a fracture,” Bond said in a chat with ESPNcricinfo. “But what India would have learned is, if you then look at a five-Test match series in England and they do the same thing, they are probably going to get the same result. So you can't do that. You need a squad of bowlers where you can sort of pick and choose. Because if you lose him, you have got T20 World Cups, you've got 50-overs World Cups, and he's an important member across all formats, IPL, all that sort of stuff,” Bond continued. Too many overs broke Bumrah’s back Bumrah captained India in two Tests on its last tour Down Under, winning one (in Perth) and leaving the field midway in his second (at the final Test in Sydney). Though he was the standout bowler, picking 32 wickets from five Tests – the most by an Indian bowler on Australian soil, Bumrah paid the price for sending down a sheer volume of overs (151.2) that eventually broke his back. "In Australia, it was just the sheer volume of overs that got him in the end - in those five Test matches, his performance was ridiculous, and they leaned on him a lot, and I think he might've bowled 50 overs in a Test match. You are not going to avoid an injury, you are just trying to avoid the really bad ones, and I'm hoping Bumrah can avoid another one of these," Bond said. Meanwhile, Bumrah would re-link with the Mumbai Indians squad sometime in IPL 2025. (With inputs from agencies)

Bumrah’s future is the price Team India will pay should they not learn from past mistakes, says Shane Bond

Ace India seamer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah" rel="dofollow">Jasprit Bumrah</a> has returned to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru, fuelling his chances of making a potential early comeback in the IPL 2025. Bumrah reported at the NCA for the second time in over a week to assess his readiness for the 18th edition of the cash-rich league starting Saturday (Mar 22). Mumbai Indians (MI) will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the marquee clash on Sunday evening.
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-jasprit-bumrah-leaves-scg-amid-injury-scare-post-lunch-on-day-2-watch-8589779" rel="dofollow">Bumrah suffered a back injury during the fifth and final BGT Test against Australia at the SCG</a> in January and has been out of action since. Though he came close to attaining full fitness in time for the recently concluded ICC Champions Trophy 2025, a last-minute lapse forced the selectors to overlook him; despite not having him, India won its third CT title by beating New Zealand in the final.
However, with the IPL 2025 just around the corner, MI is sweating over Bumrah&rsquo;s fitness. During his first visit to the NCA, Bumrah complained of back pain and discomfort while bowling, with the NCA doctors recommending specific exercises for the same, further advising him to return a week later.
Should Bumrah feel comfortable in his follow-through, jump, and while delivering the ball, he shall return earlier than expected to the Mumbai Indians squad for the impending season. However, per latest reports, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/jasprit-bumrah-injury-update-latest-news-blow-for-mumbai-indians-as-pacer-ruled-out-of-first-few-ipl-2025-games-8852847" rel="dofollow">ace seamer would miss the first week's action</a>.
On his potential return date, MI&rsquo;s head coach Mahela Jayawardene said, "He just started that progress. We have to wait and see what their feedback is on him. At the moment, everything is going well, but obviously, it is on a day-to-day basis, the progress. He is in good spirits, and hopefully, he can join the team sooner."
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"Obviously, not having him is a challenge. He is one of the best bowlers in the world and he has been a fantastic pro for us for many years," he further said during the pre-season presser.
<h2>Sanju to report at NCA next month</h2>
Besides, Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson will also return to the NCA for clearance next month. After receiving partial clearance over his finger injury, Sanju can bat but wasn't cleared to keep wickets following surgery on his index finger.
As a result, RR decided to use him as the impact player for the first three games, with young batter Riyan Parag named team captain in his place. After three matches, Samson will report to the NCA to determine his role in the remainder of the tournament.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: During his first visit to the NCA, Bumrah complained of discomfort while bowling, with the NCA doctors recommending specific exercises for the same.

Ace India seamer Jasprit Bumrah has returned to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru, fuelling his chances of making a potential early comeback in the IPL 2025. Bumrah reported at the NCA for the second time in over a week to assess his readiness for the 18th edition of the cash-rich league starting Saturday (Mar 22). Mumbai Indians (MI) will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the marquee clash on Sunday evening. Bumrah suffered a back injury during the fifth and final BGT Test against Australia at the SCG in January and has been out of action since. Though he came close to attaining full fitness in time for the recently concluded ICC Champions Trophy 2025, a last-minute lapse forced the selectors to overlook him; despite not having him, India won its third CT title by beating New Zealand in the final. However, with the IPL 2025 just around the corner, MI is sweating over Bumrah’s fitness. During his first visit to the NCA, Bumrah complained of back pain and discomfort while bowling, with the NCA doctors recommending specific exercises for the same, further advising him to return a week later. Should Bumrah feel comfortable in his follow-through, jump, and while delivering the ball, he shall return earlier than expected to the Mumbai Indians squad for the impending season. However, per latest reports, the ace seamer would miss the first week's action. On his potential return date, MI’s head coach Mahela Jayawardene said, "He just started that progress. We have to wait and see what their feedback is on him. At the moment, everything is going well, but obviously, it is on a day-to-day basis, the progress. He is in good spirits, and hopefully, he can join the team sooner." Also read | IPL 2025 Rule Change: BCCI informs all captains of two massive rule changes ahead of IPL 2025, check out "Obviously, not having him is a challenge. He is one of the best bowlers in the world and he has been a fantastic pro for us for many years," he further said during the pre-season presser. Sanju to report at NCA next month Besides, Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson will also return to the NCA for clearance next month. After receiving partial clearance over his finger injury, Sanju can bat but wasn't cleared to keep wickets following surgery on his index finger. As a result, RR decided to use him as the impact player for the first three games, with young batter Riyan Parag named team captain in his place. After three matches, Samson will report to the NCA to determine his role in the remainder of the tournament. (With inputs from agencies)

Jasprit Bumrah’s NCA return fuels chances of his early IPL 2025 comeback

Mumbai Indians head coach <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mahela-jayawardene">Mahela Jayawardene</a> has confirmed that star pacer Jasprit Bumrah will miss the initial stages of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/indian-premier-league">Indian Premier League</a> 2025 due to injury. Bumrah, who suffered back spasms during the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, has been undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) and has not played any cricket since.
Speaking at a press conference, Jayawardene provided an update on Bumrah&rsquo;s recovery, saying that they are awaiting feedback from the BCCI medical team. "Jasprit is currently at the NCA and has just started his progress. Everything is going well, but it's a day-to-day process. He is in good spirits, but not having him is a challenge. He is one of the best bowlers in the world and has been a fantastic pro for us for many years," he said, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo.
Jayawardene acknowledged that Mumbai Indians will have to find an alternative in Bumrah&rsquo;s absence. "We&rsquo;ll have to wait or find someone else to step up. The early part of the season allows us to try a few things and see how they work," he added.
<h2>SKY to lead MI in opening match</h2>
Meanwhile, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/suryakumar-yadav">Suryakumar Yadav</a> will be leading the Mumbai Indians (MI) in their opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) campaign against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/chennai-super-kings">Chennai Super Kings</a> (CSK) as announced on Wednesday (Mar 19). With MI set to take on CSK, regular skipper Hardik Pandya will serve a one-match suspension which from last season with Suryakumar set to deputise.
"Yeah, Surya obviously leads India as well. When I am not there, he is the ideal choice in this format (to lead). He is an exciting option as well," Hardik Pandya said on Wednesday.
Mumbai Indians will begin their IPL 2025 campaign against Chennai Super Kings on Sunday, March 23, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
(With inputs from agencies)

Sports, Cricket: Bumrah, who suffered back spasms during final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, has been undergoing rehabilitation at NCA and has not played any cricket since

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has confirmed that star pacer Jasprit Bumrah will miss the initial stages of Indian Premier League 2025 due to injury. Bumrah, who suffered back spasms during the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, has been undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) and has not played any cricket since. Speaking at a press conference, Jayawardene provided an update on Bumrah’s recovery, saying that they are awaiting feedback from the BCCI medical team. "Jasprit is currently at the NCA and has just started his progress. Everything is going well, but it's a day-to-day process. He is in good spirits, but not having him is a challenge. He is one of the best bowlers in the world and has been a fantastic pro for us for many years," he said, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo. Jayawardene acknowledged that Mumbai Indians will have to find an alternative in Bumrah’s absence. "We’ll have to wait or find someone else to step up. The early part of the season allows us to try a few things and see how they work," he added. SKY to lead MI in opening match Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav will be leading the Mumbai Indians (MI) in their opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) campaign against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as announced on Wednesday (Mar 19). With MI set to take on CSK, regular skipper Hardik Pandya will serve a one-match suspension which from last season with Suryakumar set to deputise. "Yeah, Surya obviously leads India as well. When I am not there, he is the ideal choice in this format (to lead). He is an exciting option as well," Hardik Pandya said on Wednesday. Mumbai Indians will begin their IPL 2025 campaign against Chennai Super Kings on Sunday, March 23, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025 | 'It is a challenge', admits MI coach Mahela Jayawardene on Jasprit Bumrah missing initial games

In a blow to Mumbai Indians, premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the first few games of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. The development was announced by cricket news website ESPNCricinfo on Friday (Mar 14). He is expected to join the team in early April, which is also subject to clearance from the BCCI's Centre of Excellence.&nbsp;
The IPL 2025 season starts on March 22 with the match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
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Bumrah is going through a stress-related back injury which he picked up in the fifth Test against Australia in away Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series earlier in January. He hasn't played any form of cricket since.
The pacer, owing to the injury, was also excluded from India's Champions Trophy squad despite being named among 15-man provisional team. BCCI, however, decided not to include him in the final 15 after assessing him before the tournament squad announcement deadline.
Bumrah is a vital cog in India's pace lineup. He played an important role in India winning the 2024 T20 World Cup in South Africa. His availability for the England Test tour, which follows the IPL 2025, will be crucial for India's chances.
With two world cups in sight- T20 in 2026 and ODI in 2027 - taking care of Bumrah's fitness is of paramount importance for India. Recently, former MI bowling coach and NZ pacer Shane Bond also said that Bumrah has to be taken care of extremely well in order to extend his career.
According to Bond, an injury in the same area where Bumrah had a surgery done in 2023, could potential end his career prematurely.
"Look, I think Booms will be fine, but it's just that [workload] management [matters]," Bond said in a chat with ESPNCricinfo during the Champions Trophy 2025.

Bumrah is going through a stress-related back injury which he picked up in the fifth Test against Australia in away BGT series earlier in January. Cricket Sports

In a blow to Mumbai Indians, premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the first few games of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. The development was announced by cricket news website ESPNCricinfo on Friday (Mar 14). He is expected to join the team in early April, which is also subject to clearance from the BCCI's Centre of Excellence. The IPL 2025 season starts on March 22 with the match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Also Read: Two-time ICC trophy winning all-rounder Axar Patel is new Delhi Capitals captain for IPL 2025 Bumrah is going through a stress-related back injury which he picked up in the fifth Test against Australia in away Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series earlier in January. He hasn't played any form of cricket since. The pacer, owing to the injury, was also excluded from India's Champions Trophy squad despite being named among 15-man provisional team. BCCI, however, decided not to include him in the final 15 after assessing him before the tournament squad announcement deadline. Bumrah is a vital cog in India's pace lineup. He played an important role in India winning the 2024 T20 World Cup in South Africa. His availability for the England Test tour, which follows the IPL 2025, will be crucial for India's chances. With two world cups in sight- T20 in 2026 and ODI in 2027 - taking care of Bumrah's fitness is of paramount importance for India. Recently, former MI bowling coach and NZ pacer Shane Bond also said that Bumrah has to be taken care of extremely well in order to extend his career. According to Bond, an injury in the same area where Bumrah had a surgery done in 2023, could potential end his career prematurely. "Look, I think Booms will be fine, but it's just that [workload] management [matters]," Bond said in a chat with ESPNCricinfo during the Champions Trophy 2025.

Jasprit Bumrah injury update: Blow for Mumbai Indians as pacer ruled out of first few IPL 2025 games

Former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond feels that an injury around the same area on the back could potentially be a 'career-ender' for India pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Bond's remarks come after Bumrah was excluded from India's Champions Trophy squad and hasn't played since picking up a back injury in the Sydney Test against Australia in January earlier this year.
"When he went off for scans, it was at Sydney, there was some messaging coming up around that he had sprains and stuff like that," Bond told ESPNcricinfo in a chat. "I worried that it wasn't going to be a sprain, it might be a bony injury around that area [the back]. I thought he may struggle to make the Champions Trophy if it was."
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Bond explained that it is the transition, especially from T20s to Test cricket, that takes a toll on a bowlers body. Bumrah had a back surgery in 2023 but he went on to play five Tests continuously in Australia which may have triggered the problem.&nbsp;
"Look, I think Booms will be fine, but it's just that [workload] management [matters]," Bond said.
"Looking at the tours and the schedule going forward, where are the opportunities to give him a break, but really where are the danger periods? And often it is that the [transition from] IPL to the Test championship will be a risk.
"They may say, look, it's four Test matches in total. Or three. If we can get him through the English summer and he's fit, we can probably then go with some confidence that we can carry him across the rest of the formats. So that's hard because he is your best bowler, but if he has another injury in the same spot, that could be a career-ender, potentially, because I'm not sure you can have surgery on that spot again," added Bond.
With IPL set to start in less than two weeks and England tour thereafter, it'll be interesting to see how Bumrah is managed by the BCCI.

Bumrah was excluded from India's Champions Trophy squad and hasn't played since picking up a back injury in Sydney Test against Australia in January earlier this year.

Former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond feels that an injury around the same area on the back could potentially be a 'career-ender' for India pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Bond's remarks come after Bumrah was excluded from India's Champions Trophy squad and hasn't played since picking up a back injury in the Sydney Test against Australia in January earlier this year. "When he went off for scans, it was at Sydney, there was some messaging coming up around that he had sprains and stuff like that," Bond told ESPNcricinfo in a chat. "I worried that it wasn't going to be a sprain, it might be a bony injury around that area [the back]. I thought he may struggle to make the Champions Trophy if it was." Also Read: KL Rahul or former RCB star - Who will lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025? Have a look at possible options Bond explained that it is the transition, especially from T20s to Test cricket, that takes a toll on a bowlers body. Bumrah had a back surgery in 2023 but he went on to play five Tests continuously in Australia which may have triggered the problem. "Look, I think Booms will be fine, but it's just that [workload] management [matters]," Bond said. "Looking at the tours and the schedule going forward, where are the opportunities to give him a break, but really where are the danger periods? And often it is that the [transition from] IPL to the Test championship will be a risk. "They may say, look, it's four Test matches in total. Or three. If we can get him through the English summer and he's fit, we can probably then go with some confidence that we can carry him across the rest of the formats. So that's hard because he is your best bowler, but if he has another injury in the same spot, that could be a career-ender, potentially, because I'm not sure you can have surgery on that spot again," added Bond. With IPL set to start in less than two weeks and England tour thereafter, it'll be interesting to see how Bumrah is managed by the BCCI.

'Give him a break': Ex-MI bowling coach says 'another injury in the same spot could be career-ender' for Bumrah

Former South African speedster <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/dale-steyn">Dale Steyn</a> has named Allan Donald's bowling action as his favourite. While Steyn often leaned towards former Australian quick Brett Lee, he ultimately chose the legendary South African pacer.
In a video posted by ESPNcricinfo on X, Steyn consistently picked Lee when asked to choose between the Australian and other greats like Shoaib Akhtar, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/wasim-akram">Wasim Akram</a>, Jasprit Bumrah, and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/zaheer-khan">Zaheer Khan</a>. However, he briefly changed his choice when comparing Lee to former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond. Despite this, his final pick was Allan Donald, renowned for his smooth action and express pace.
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Donald, a key figure in South African cricket from 1991 to 2003, was a world-class bowler despite injuries affecting the latter part of his career. He retired after South Africa's exit from the 2003 World Cup. In 75 Tests, he claimed 330 wickets at an average of 22.25 and a strike rate of 47.0. In ODIs, he bagged 272 wickets in 164 matches at an average of 21.78.
<h2 data-start="619" data-end="986">Remarkable career for Steyn</h2>
Steyn himself enjoyed a remarkable career. In 93 Tests, he took 439 wickets at an average of 22.95, with best figures of 7/51. He also registered 27 four-wicket hauls, 26 five-wicket hauls, and five ten-wicket hauls. Holding the number one spot in the ICC Test rankings for a record 263 weeks between 2008 and 2014, he was a dominant force in world cricket.
In ODIs, Steyn played 125 matches, taking 196 wickets at an average of 25.95, with best figures of 6/39. He remains South Africa&rsquo;s fifth-highest wicket-taker in ODIs, with Shaun Pollock leading the charts with 387 wickets. In T20Is, he took 64 wickets in 47 matches at an average of 18.35 and an economy rate of 6.94. His best figures in the format were 4/9, making him South Africa&rsquo;s second-highest wicket-taker in T20Is behind Tabraiz Shamsi (74 wickets).
Across all formats, Steyn claimed 699 international wickets at an average of 23.37, with best figures of 7/51. He recorded 29 five-wicket hauls and five ten-wicket hauls, ranking second behind Pollock (823 wickets) as South Africa&rsquo;s highest wicket-taker in international cricket.

Cricket, Sports: The former South African pacer preferred Brett Lee's action even when he had to choose between Lee and Shoaib Akhtar, Wasim Akram, Jasprit Bumrah or Zaheer Khan

Former South African speedster Dale Steyn has named Allan Donald's bowling action as his favourite. While Steyn often leaned towards former Australian quick Brett Lee, he ultimately chose the legendary South African pacer. In a video posted by ESPNcricinfo on X, Steyn consistently picked Lee when asked to choose between the Australian and other greats like Shoaib Akhtar, Wasim Akram, Jasprit Bumrah, and Zaheer Khan. However, he briefly changed his choice when comparing Lee to former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond. Despite this, his final pick was Allan Donald, renowned for his smooth action and express pace. Also Read: Champions Trophy: Ahead of semifinal, Australia’s batters fine-tune against spin Donald, a key figure in South African cricket from 1991 to 2003, was a world-class bowler despite injuries affecting the latter part of his career. He retired after South Africa's exit from the 2003 World Cup. In 75 Tests, he claimed 330 wickets at an average of 22.25 and a strike rate of 47.0. In ODIs, he bagged 272 wickets in 164 matches at an average of 21.78. Remarkable career for Steyn Steyn himself enjoyed a remarkable career. In 93 Tests, he took 439 wickets at an average of 22.95, with best figures of 7/51. He also registered 27 four-wicket hauls, 26 five-wicket hauls, and five ten-wicket hauls. Holding the number one spot in the ICC Test rankings for a record 263 weeks between 2008 and 2014, he was a dominant force in world cricket. In ODIs, Steyn played 125 matches, taking 196 wickets at an average of 25.95, with best figures of 6/39. He remains South Africa’s fifth-highest wicket-taker in ODIs, with Shaun Pollock leading the charts with 387 wickets. In T20Is, he took 64 wickets in 47 matches at an average of 18.35 and an economy rate of 6.94. His best figures in the format were 4/9, making him South Africa’s second-highest wicket-taker in T20Is behind Tabraiz Shamsi (74 wickets). Across all formats, Steyn claimed 699 international wickets at an average of 23.37, with best figures of 7/51. He recorded 29 five-wicket hauls and five ten-wicket hauls, ranking second behind Pollock (823 wickets) as South Africa’s highest wicket-taker in international cricket.

Dale Steyn reveals his favourite bowling action – and it’s not Wasim or Bumrah‘s!

The Indian cricket team had a lot of success last year, with T20 World Cup win in June 2024 being one of the most memorable moments. India pacer Jasprit Bumrah was the architect of the victory alongside his red-ball exploits as well. For his performance, Bumrah was named 2024 Cricketer of the Year and received the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers trophy.
&ldquo;It feels really good,&rdquo; Bumrah said after receiving his trophy among other awards at the Champions Trophy match between India and Pakistan on Feb 23.
&ldquo;As a child, I'd seen some of my childhood heroes win this (Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy) award. Always a privilege when you get such an honour,&rdquo; he added.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/champions-trophy-afghanistan-vs-england-score-today-jofra-archer-creates-history-breaks-james-anderson-this-21-year-old-record-8759151">Champions Trophy, AFG vs ENG: Jofra Archer creates history, breaks James Anderson's THIS 21-year old record</a>
The pacer took 86 wickets across formats for India in 21 games (Tests and T20Is). Out of those 86 wickets, 71 came in Test cricket but Bumrah said that the T20 World Cup win is 'always going to be special.'
&ldquo;The T20 World Cup which we won is always going to be special and will be there in my mind. Obviously, a lot of learnings in my mind in the year as well. We played a lot of Test cricket, we got to know a lot of different experiences, so yeah, I'm very happy and hopefully better things will follow,&rdquo; said the pacer.
Bumrah is currently undergoing rehab at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru for the back issue he picked up during the last Test in Sydney against Australia in January first week this year.
The pacer, subsequently, was ruled out of India's squad of Champions Trophy and was replaced by Harshit Rana. India, meanwhile, have managed to win both their matches so far in the ICC tournament and have made it the semis.
They play their last group-stage match against New Zealand on March 2 in Dubai, UAE.

ICC Cricketer of the Year Bumrah took 86 wickets across formats for India in 21 games (Tests and T20Is). Out of those 86 wickets, 71 came in Test cricket. Sports

The Indian cricket team had a lot of success last year, with T20 World Cup win in June 2024 being one of the most memorable moments. India pacer Jasprit Bumrah was the architect of the victory alongside his red-ball exploits as well. For his performance, Bumrah was named 2024 Cricketer of the Year and received the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers trophy. “It feels really good,” Bumrah said after receiving his trophy among other awards at the Champions Trophy match between India and Pakistan on Feb 23. “As a child, I'd seen some of my childhood heroes win this (Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy) award. Always a privilege when you get such an honour,” he added. Also Read: Champions Trophy, AFG vs ENG: Jofra Archer creates history, breaks James Anderson's THIS 21-year old record The pacer took 86 wickets across formats for India in 21 games (Tests and T20Is). Out of those 86 wickets, 71 came in Test cricket but Bumrah said that the T20 World Cup win is 'always going to be special.' “The T20 World Cup which we won is always going to be special and will be there in my mind. Obviously, a lot of learnings in my mind in the year as well. We played a lot of Test cricket, we got to know a lot of different experiences, so yeah, I'm very happy and hopefully better things will follow,” said the pacer. Bumrah is currently undergoing rehab at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru for the back issue he picked up during the last Test in Sydney against Australia in January first week this year. The pacer, subsequently, was ruled out of India's squad of Champions Trophy and was replaced by Harshit Rana. India, meanwhile, have managed to win both their matches so far in the ICC tournament and have made it the semis. They play their last group-stage match against New Zealand on March 2 in Dubai, UAE.

ICC Cricketer of the Year Jasprit Bumrah shares his favourite moment from 2024 and it's not his spell at Perth in BGT

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The 2025 ICC <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy">Champions Trophy</a> is on the horizon, yet the cricketing world is abuzz with concerns over the alarming number of player withdrawals due to injuries. Notable absentees who would have played pivotal roles for their respective teams include India&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah">Jasprit </a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah">Bumrah</a>, Australia&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pat-cummins">Pat Cummins</a>, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, and South Africa&rsquo;s Anrich Nortje, among others. 
This spate of injuries raises a pressing question: Is the relentless cricketing calendar, amplified by&nbsp;numerous international fixtures and burgeoning franchise leagues, overburdening players and compromising their well-being?&nbsp;
Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/swot-analysis-champions-trophy-2025-can-blackcaps-end-their-25-year-title-drought-8727803">SWOT Analysis: Champions Trophy 2025-Can Blackcaps end their 25-year title drought?</a> Over the past decade, cricket has&nbsp;witnessed an explosion of franchise-based T20 leagues worldwide. The Indian Premier League (IPL) set the precedent back in 2007, inspiring similar tournaments like Australia&rsquo;s Big Bash League (BBL), the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), and The Hundred in England, among others. These leagues offer lucrative contracts to top talent. However, the overlapping schedules of these tournaments with international commitments have led to a congested calendar, leaving players with minimal downtime.&nbsp;
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Fast bowlers, in particular, bear the brunt of this demanding schedule. As per a study done on the topic, &lsquo;To determine if the comparison of acute and chronic workload is associated with increased injury risk in elite cricket fast bowlers&rsquo;, by Billy T Hulin, Tim J Gabbett, Peter Blanch, Paul Chapman, David Bailey, John W Orchard, it was observed that significant increases in acute workload are associated with a heightened risk of injury among elite fast bowlers. The repetitive high intensity demands, coupled with insufficient recovery periods, predispose them to stress fractures, muscle tears, and other debilitating injuries. 
For instance, Australia's Mitchell Starc has previously grappled with injuries exacerbated by continuous play, leading to decisions about prioritising rest over participation in certain series.&nbsp;
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Beyond the physical ramifications, the relentless schedule contributes to mental fatigue as well. Players are often confined to bio-secure bubbles, isolated from family and friends, which can lead to feelings of burnout and disillusionment. For example, England&rsquo;s Tom Banton&nbsp;candidly discussed in an interview how the pressures of constant competition and life within these bubbles led him to fall out of love with the game, highlighting the psychological strain players endure.&nbsp;
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The timing of injuries often means that players are sidelined during&nbsp;important&nbsp; tournaments. The absence of key players not only minimises the quality of the competition but also affects team strategies. The 2025 Champions Trophy serves as a stark example, with several marquee players missing due to injuries likely linked to their exhaustive playing schedules.<span class="EOP SCXW146314325 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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While franchise leagues have revolutionised cricket by providing financial incentives and expanding the sport&rsquo;s global reach, they also present challenges in balancing commercial interests with players' health.
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To mitigate the adverse effects of an overcrowded cricket calendar, several measures can be taken into action:&nbsp;
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<li class="Paragraph SCXW146314325 BCX0" lang="EN-US" paraid="560644624" paraeid="{f4207fff-6803-4592-af43-7ef6873de9db}{229}">Workload&nbsp;management: Implementing rotation policies can help manage player workloads, especially for fast bowlers who are more susceptible to injuries. </li>
<li class="Paragraph SCXW146314325 BCX0" lang="EN-US" paraid="560644624" paraeid="{f4207fff-6803-4592-af43-7ef6873de9db}{229}">Player&nbsp;education: Educating players on the importance of rest and recovery can empower them to make informed decisions about their participation in various leagues and series.&nbsp;</li>
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At the&nbsp;end of the day,&nbsp;while the expansion of cricket through various leagues has enriched the sport, it is necessary to address the unintended consequence of player overexertion. Ensuring a balance between the game&rsquo;s commercial growth and the health of its players is important for the longevity and integrity of cricket.
Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.&nbsp;
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Cricket | Opinions & Blogs: Is relentless cricketing calendar, amplified by several international fixtures and franchise leagues, overburdening players and compromising their well-being?

The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy is on the horizon, yet the cricketing world is abuzz with concerns over the alarming number of player withdrawals due to injuries. Notable absentees who would have played pivotal roles for their respective teams include India’s Jasprit Bumrah, Australia’s Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, and South Africa’s Anrich Nortje, among others. This spate of injuries raises a pressing question: Is the relentless cricketing calendar, amplified by numerous international fixtures and burgeoning franchise leagues, overburdening players and compromising their well-being? Also Read: SWOT Analysis: Champions Trophy 2025-Can Blackcaps end their 25-year title drought? Over the past decade, cricket has witnessed an explosion of franchise-based T20 leagues worldwide. The Indian Premier League (IPL) set the precedent back in 2007, inspiring similar tournaments like Australia’s Big Bash League (BBL), the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), and The Hundred in England, among others. These leagues offer lucrative contracts to top talent. However, the overlapping schedules of these tournaments with international commitments have led to a congested calendar, leaving players with minimal downtime. Physical toll on players Fast bowlers, in particular, bear the brunt of this demanding schedule. As per a study done on the topic, ‘To determine if the comparison of acute and chronic workload is associated with increased injury risk in elite cricket fast bowlers’, by Billy T Hulin, Tim J Gabbett, Peter Blanch, Paul Chapman, David Bailey, John W Orchard, it was observed that significant increases in acute workload are associated with a heightened risk of injury among elite fast bowlers. The repetitive high intensity demands, coupled with insufficient recovery periods, predispose them to stress fractures, muscle tears, and other debilitating injuries. For instance, Australia's Mitchell Starc has previously grappled with injuries exacerbated by continuous play, leading to decisions about prioritising rest over participation in certain series. Mental fatigue Beyond the physical ramifications, the relentless schedule contributes to mental fatigue as well. Players are often confined to bio-secure bubbles, isolated from family and friends, which can lead to feelings of burnout and disillusionment. For example, England’s Tom Banton candidly discussed in an interview how the pressures of constant competition and life within these bubbles led him to fall out of love with the game, highlighting the psychological strain players endure. Impact on major tournaments The timing of injuries often means that players are sidelined during important tournaments. The absence of key players not only minimises the quality of the competition but also affects team strategies. The 2025 Champions Trophy serves as a stark example, with several marquee players missing due to injuries likely linked to their exhaustive playing schedules. While franchise leagues have revolutionised cricket by providing financial incentives and expanding the sport’s global reach, they also present challenges in balancing commercial interests with players' health. What can be done? To mitigate the adverse effects of an overcrowded cricket calendar, several measures can be taken into action: Strategic scheduling: Cricket boards and league organisers must collaborate to create a cohesive schedule that allows players adequate rest between series and tournaments. Workload management: Implementing rotation policies can help manage player workloads, especially for fast bowlers who are more susceptible to injuries. Player education: Educating players on the importance of rest and recovery can empower them to make informed decisions about their participation in various leagues and series. At the end of the day, while the expansion of cricket through various leagues has enriched the sport, it is necessary to address the unintended consequence of player overexertion. Ensuring a balance between the game’s commercial growth and the health of its players is important for the longevity and integrity of cricket. Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.

The price of non-stop cricket: Injuries and exhaustion

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has opened up on premier pacer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah">Jasprit Bumrah</a> missing the upcoming <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy?page=1">Champions Trophy</a> due to a back injury. While Bumrah's scans reveal no major hinderance, India have decided to not rush him to the international cricket. The pacer last played in Sydney Test against Australia in early January when he picked up a back injury.
&ldquo;If he&rsquo;s (Bumrah) injured, he&rsquo;s injured, whether it&rsquo;s me, whether it&rsquo;s the captain, we can&rsquo;t do much about it," Gambhir said after completing a 3-0 whitewash against England in Ahmedabad on February 12.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/icc-release-champions-trophy-warmup-games-schedule-from-to-be-played-february-14-to-17-8717781">ICC releases warm-up games schedule - Check Details Inside</a>
&ldquo;Obviously, we know that he&rsquo;s an important factor. But as I mentioned, people like Harshit (Rana), Arshdeep (Singh), Mohammed Shami, all these guys will put their hand up. It&rsquo;s a great opportunity for them to try and deliver for the country," he added.
<h2>Gambhir backs Shami to play crucial role</h2>
The head coach, however, has backed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mohammed-shami">Mohammed Shami</a> to come good in absence of Jasprit Bumrah. Shami made the comeback to international cricket in T20I series against England which was played prior to the ODIs.
&ldquo;Look, it&rsquo;s always good to have a world-class bowler back. With his experience, with his quality, we all know what he can do with the ball in his hand," Gambhir said of Shami.
&ldquo;Obviously, we were trying to manage his (Shami) workload. That&rsquo;s the reason why we played him two T20s and two one-dayers. Hopefully, he&rsquo;s going to be fresh and ready to go in the Champions Trophy," added the India head coach.
India has named Harshit Rana as Bumrah's replacement in the Champions Trophy squad. India also selected mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy in the final squad after the spinner took 14 wickets in the England T20Is and performed well in the only ODI he played in Cuttack.

Champions Trophy 2025: While Bumrah's scans reveal no major hinderance, India have decided to not rush him to the international cricket. Sports

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has opened up on premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah missing the upcoming Champions Trophy due to a back injury. While Bumrah's scans reveal no major hinderance, India have decided to not rush him to the international cricket. The pacer last played in Sydney Test against Australia in early January when he picked up a back injury. “If he’s (Bumrah) injured, he’s injured, whether it’s me, whether it’s the captain, we can’t do much about it," Gambhir said after completing a 3-0 whitewash against England in Ahmedabad on February 12. Also Read: ICC releases warm-up games schedule - Check Details Inside “Obviously, we know that he’s an important factor. But as I mentioned, people like Harshit (Rana), Arshdeep (Singh), Mohammed Shami, all these guys will put their hand up. It’s a great opportunity for them to try and deliver for the country," he added. Gambhir backs Shami to play crucial role The head coach, however, has backed Mohammed Shami to come good in absence of Jasprit Bumrah. Shami made the comeback to international cricket in T20I series against England which was played prior to the ODIs. “Look, it’s always good to have a world-class bowler back. With his experience, with his quality, we all know what he can do with the ball in his hand," Gambhir said of Shami. “Obviously, we were trying to manage his (Shami) workload. That’s the reason why we played him two T20s and two one-dayers. Hopefully, he’s going to be fresh and ready to go in the Champions Trophy," added the India head coach. India has named Harshit Rana as Bumrah's replacement in the Champions Trophy squad. India also selected mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy in the final squad after the spinner took 14 wickets in the England T20Is and performed well in the only ODI he played in Cuttack.

Champions Trophy: India coach Gautam Gambhir opens up on Bumrah being ruled out of tournament

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the warm-up games schedule ahead of the upcoming <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy?page=1">Champions Trophy 2025</a>. The ICC tournament is set to begin on February 19 in Pakistan while India play their matches in Dubai, UAE.&nbsp;
Among the eight teams participating in the tournament, only five teams&mdash;Afghanistan, New Zealand, South Africa, Pakistan, and Bangladesh&mdash;will be taking part in the warm-up games scheduled from February 14 to 17. Pakistan, although, has named three first-class squads for the warm-up games named Pakistan Shaheens.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/2025-champions-trophy-bangladesh-skipper-shanto-says-bangladesh-going-to-tournament-to-become-champions-8717076">Skipper Shanto says Bangladesh 'going to Champions Trophy to become champions'</a>
<h2>ICC Champions Trophy Warm-up Match Schedule</h2>
14 February &ndash; Pakistan Shaheens v Afghanistan, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (Pakistan)
16 February &ndash; New Zealand v Afghanistan, National Stadium, Karachi (Pakistan)
17 February &ndash; Pakistan Shaheens v South Africa, National Stadium, Karachi (Pakistan)
17 February &ndash; Pakistan Shaheens v Bangladesh, ICC Cricket Academy, Dubai (UAE)
All the matches will be played as day-night fixture - just like the Champions Trophy 2025.
India, England, and Australia, meanwhile, have decided not to take part in the warm-up fixtures. While India and England recently played a three-ODI series, which <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/india-vs-england-3rd-odi-live-score-check-ind-vs-eng-3rd-odi-match-today-live-cricket-score-and-updates-live-streaming-8713108">India won 3-0</a>, Australia are taking part in the two-ODI series in Sri Lanka.
Leading to the tournament, some of the marquee players have become unavailable or are doubtful due to injuries. The injuries could add to the woes of the teams for the tournament, which will witness cut-throat competition and is being played under comparatively harsh conditions of the sub-continent.
Among the top players who are ruled out for the tournament are Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc (Australia), <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jasprit-bumrah">Jasprit Bumrah</a> (India), and Gerald Coetzee and Anrich Nortje (South Africa).
All the above players barring Mitchell Starc were ruled out due to injury, while Starc withdrew from the tournament due to personal reasons. Steve Smith will be leading the Australia side in the ICC tournament in Cummins' absence.

Champions Trophy 2025: Only five of eight teams - Afghanistan, NZ, SA, Pakistan and Bangladesh will be taking part in the warm-up games scheduled from Feb 14 to 17. Cricket Sports

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the warm-up games schedule ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. The ICC tournament is set to begin on February 19 in Pakistan while India play their matches in Dubai, UAE. Among the eight teams participating in the tournament, only five teams—Afghanistan, New Zealand, South Africa, Pakistan, and Bangladesh—will be taking part in the warm-up games scheduled from February 14 to 17. Pakistan, although, has named three first-class squads for the warm-up games named Pakistan Shaheens. Also Read: Skipper Shanto says Bangladesh 'going to Champions Trophy to become champions' ICC Champions Trophy Warm-up Match Schedule 14 February – Pakistan Shaheens v Afghanistan, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore (Pakistan) 16 February – New Zealand v Afghanistan, National Stadium, Karachi (Pakistan) 17 February – Pakistan Shaheens v South Africa, National Stadium, Karachi (Pakistan) 17 February – Pakistan Shaheens v Bangladesh, ICC Cricket Academy, Dubai (UAE) All the matches will be played as day-night fixture - just like the Champions Trophy 2025. India, England, and Australia, meanwhile, have decided not to take part in the warm-up fixtures. While India and England recently played a three-ODI series, which India won 3-0, Australia are taking part in the two-ODI series in Sri Lanka. Leading to the tournament, some of the marquee players have become unavailable or are doubtful due to injuries. The injuries could add to the woes of the teams for the tournament, which will witness cut-throat competition and is being played under comparatively harsh conditions of the sub-continent. Among the top players who are ruled out for the tournament are Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc (Australia), Jasprit Bumrah (India), and Gerald Coetzee and Anrich Nortje (South Africa). All the above players barring Mitchell Starc were ruled out due to injury, while Starc withdrew from the tournament due to personal reasons. Steve Smith will be leading the Australia side in the ICC tournament in Cummins' absence.

Champions Trophy: ICC releases warm-up games schedule - Check Details Inside

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