Mumbai Indians are set to receive a major boost as star pacer Jasprit Bumrah returns to the playing XI for their IPL 2025 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday. Bumrah, who was recovering from a back injury sustained during India’s final Border-Gavaskar Test in January, missed the Champions Trophy and the initial phase of IPL 2025. Now fully fit, the 31-year-old is ready to make his much-anticipated season debut.
The return couldn’t have come at a better time for Mumbai Indians, who are currently struggling with just one win from four matches. With playoff qualification often requiring a minimum of 16 points, MI’s campaign is nearing a critical stage — and Bumrah’s presence could prove vital.
Jasprit Bumrah’s IPL record vs RCB:
- Matches played: 19
- Wickets taken: 29
- Runs conceded: 552
- Overs bowled: 74
- Maidens: 2
- Average: 19.03
- Economy: 7.45
- Best bowling: 5/21 (Wankhede, 2024)
Bumrah’s most memorable performance against RCB came at the Wankhede last season, where he picked up a stunning 5 for 21, dismantling RCB’s top order and setting the tone for a comprehensive MI win.
Often labelled as Mumbai’s “May accelerator,” MI traditionally start slow in the tournament, but Bumrah’s return could help them shift gears earlier this season. As the five-time champions look to rescue their campaign, all eyes will be on Bumrah’s rhythm, form, and impact with the ball in his comeback match.
