Bumrah Injury Shocker MI Star’s Comeback Uncertain as CSK Exposes Weak Bowling Attack
Jasprit Bumrah missed MI’s IPL 2025 opener against CSK due to a back injury sustained during the BGT final. With 165 wickets in 133 IPL matches, his absence weakened MI’s bowling as CSK chased 156 comfortably. MI coach Paras Mhambrey confirmed Bumrah’s recovery progress but remained silent on his exact return, focusing on long-term fitness.
With the absence of Jasprit Bumrah, Mumbai Indians (MI) struggled in their IPL 2025 opener against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), losing by four wickets as CSK chased down 156 comfortably. Bumrah, MI’s pace spearhead, has been out of action since January after suffering a stress-related back injury during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy finale. The injury not only forced him out of the Champions Trophy but also left MI’s bowling attack toothless in their season opener.
The BCCI medical team advised Bumrah to undergo a mandatory five-week rest for recovery. Despite positive updates from the National Cricket Academy (NCA), MI assistant coach Paras Mhambrey refused to set any comeback timeline, stressing the importance of full fitness. Bumrah’s significance to MI is evident from his IPL record — 165 wickets in 133 matches at an average of 22.51 and an economy rate of 7.30. He is MI’s second-highest wicket-taker after Lasith Malinga, with two five-wicket hauls and four four-fors.
Without Bumrah’s presence, Ruturaj Gaikwad (53) and Rachin Ravindra (65) capitalized, sealing an easy win for CSK. MI’s management remains cautious, prioritizing Bumrah’s long-term fitness. Fans continue to await his return as MI’s campaign looks shaky without their strike bowler leading the attack.
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