Mumbai Indians Urged to Release Underperforming Bowlers Deepak Chahar and Shardul Thakur
Mumbai Indians Asked To Send Chahar, Shardul Home: "Request Them Not To Return"
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The Mumbai Indians have had a poor start to the 2026 Indian Premier League season, winning only one of their first five matches. Former cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth has criticized bowlers Deepak Chahar and Shardul Thakur for their poor performance, suggesting the franchise send them home and settle their dues.
- 01Mumbai Indians have won only 1 out of 5 matches in the 2026 IPL season.
- 02Deepak Chahar and Shardul Thakur have been heavily criticized for leaking runs.
- 03Krishnamachari Srikkanth has called for the duo to be sent home.
- 04Jasprit Bumrah, another key bowler, has gone wicketless in the first five matches.
- 05Srikkanth suggests Bumrah needs a break due to overburdening.
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The Mumbai Indians are struggling in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL), having won just one of their first five matches. The team's bowling unit, particularly Deepak Chahar and Shardul Thakur, has come under fire for their poor performances. Former India cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth criticized their high economy rates, stating that Chahar and Thakur combined have given away 87 runs in just 5.3 overs. He urged the franchise to settle their dues and send them home, questioning their continued selection in the squad. Additionally, Srikkanth pointed out that marquee bowler Jasprit Bumrah has not taken any wickets in the first five games and suggested he may need a break to recover from the demands of recent tournaments. Srikkanth expressed disbelief at the current state of the bowling attack, indicating that even high scores would not guarantee wins with such poor bowling performance.
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The performance of key players affects the team's chances of success in the IPL, which is crucial for fans and stakeholders.
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