Jasprit Bumrah’s Public Declaration Of Mumbai Indians Role Sends ‘Message’ To Captain Hardik Pandya

The seasoned seamer has emerged as a key player for his franchise, consistently taking wickets during matches. Following his performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against Punjab Kings, where he was named player of the match, Bumrah expressed his desire for more responsibility within the team to skipper Hardik Pandya.

His figures of 3 for 21 in 4 overs proved decisive as Mumbai Indians won by 9 runs. Bumrah expressed his wish to bowl during the powerplay, specifically when the ball is swinging, emphasizing the importance of making an impact early in a match.

He acknowledged the challenges faced by bowlers in the format, including the limited time and the Impact Player rule, and stressed the need for preparation and self-confidence. Despite being given fewer opportunities in the powerplays compared to other players in the team, Bumrah showcased his ability by claiming 2 wickets in the match, highlighting his desire for more such roles in the future.

Recapping the match, Suryakumar’s knock of 78 runs propelled Mumbai Indians to a total of 192/7, with contributions from Rohit Sharma and Tilak Varma. Harshal Patel and skipper Sam Curran led the Punjab Kings’ bowling attack, with Ashutosh and Shashank Singh standing out in the run chase.

However, Gerald Coetzee and Jasprit Bumrah’s three-wicket hauls ultimately helped Mumbai Indians successfully defend their target.