In a major development for Mumbai Indians (MI) fans, ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah has joined the squad ahead of their much-awaited IPL 2025 fixture against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Monday, April 7. The five-time champions announced his return through a rousing social media post titled “Ready to Roar,” sparking a wave of excitement and speculation among supporters.
Jasprit Bumrah returns after injury layoff
Bumrah’s return comes as a massive morale boost for MI, who have had a rocky start to their campaign.
𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑫𝒀 𝑻𝑶 𝑹𝑶𝑨𝑹 🦁#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #TATAIPL pic.twitter.com/oXSPWg8MVa
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 6, 2025
The 31-year-old speedster had been undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru after sustaining a back injury during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in January. Due to the injury, he missed MI’s first four matches of the season.
Mumbai Indians have sorely missed their bowling spearhead, managing just one win—against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)—while suffering defeats to Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Gujarat Titans (GT) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). In Bumrah’s absence, MI’s bowling attack has relied on experienced campaigners like Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar, along with uncapped bowlers Ashwani Kumar and Satyanarayan Raju, but with limited success.
Will Jasprit Bumrah play against RCB?
Despite the hype around his return, Bumrah’s immediate availability remains uncertain. According to media reports, MI may take a cautious approach, potentially resting Bumrah for the clash against RCB and targeting his comeback for the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on April 17.
With MI currently sitting mid-table and aiming to revive their campaign, the management is unlikely to rush the pacer back into action. Bumrah’s fitness and long-term contribution are being prioritized, given his critical role in the team’s playoff push.
Bumrah: A game-changer for MI’s bowling unit
Bumrah’s return could be a season-defining moment for MI. Retained for a hefty ₹18 crore ahead of the 2022 IPL mega auction, Bumrah brings experience, accuracy, and match-winning ability, with 165 IPL wickets to his name. His skill in the death overs, especially his signature yorkers, is expected to plug MI’s bowling leaks and improve their ability to defend challenging totals.
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Skipper and opponents react on Bumrah’s react
MI captain Hardik Pandya had hinted at Bumrah’s return during the toss against LSG on April 4, stating, “Jasprit should be back soon.” The news has also drawn attention from other franchises, with SRH all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy calling Bumrah a “golden asset to Indian cricket.”
As IPL 2025 heats up, Bumrah’s inclusion couldn’t have come at a better time. With challenging fixtures ahead, including matches against playoff contenders, his leadership and bowling prowess could prove vital in Mumbai’s hunt for a sixth IPL title.
Whether Bumrah plays against RCB or waits another match, his return signals a dangerous revival for the MI Paltan—and a warning to the rest of the teams.
