In what can be a big blow to Mumbai Indians, Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss the initial couple of weeks of IPL 2025. As per reports, the veteran pacer, who is currently recovering from a back injury, is expected to join the MI camp only in April. MI will commence their IPL 2025 campaign by squaring off against arch-rivals CSK on March 23.
Bumrah to miss first two weeks of IPL 2025
As per Times of India, Bumrah – who is currently undergoing rehab in the Centre of Excellence – is unlikely to bowl at the start of the IPL. The pacer picked up the back injury in the IND vs AUS 5th Test in Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Subsequently, he was ruled out of the Champions Trophy as well.
“Bumrah’s medical reports are okay. He has resumed bowling at the CoE. However, it is unlikely he will be able to bowl at the start of IPL in another fortnight. As per current status, the first week of April looks like a more realistic date for him to get back to high-intensity cricket,” a BCCI source told TOI.
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The report further states that Bumrah is yet to start bowling in full tilt. The medical team monitoring the pacer is unlikely to clear him if he does not bowl in full tilt for a few days without showing any signs of discomfort.
“The medical team will gradually build-up his workload and intensity. Unless he is able to bowl full tilt without any discomfort for some days, the medical team is unlikely to clear him,” the source added.
Given the latest update, Bumrah is likely to miss at least 3 of MI’s games at the start of IPL 2025. He will miss the side’s first home game at Wankhede stadium on March 31 when the five-time champions will take on defending champs KKR.
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