Mumbai Indians' Bowling Woes: Hardik Pandya Highlights Team's Struggles Beyond Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah not the real concern for MI: Why Hardik Pandya is right in throwing bowlers under the bus
Hindustan Times
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In IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya emphasizes that the team's bowling issues extend beyond Jasprit Bumrah's wicketless streak. Despite Bumrah's economical bowling, the team has struggled, losing three consecutive matches and sitting at the bottom of the bowling charts ahead of a crucial match against Punjab Kings.
- 01Jasprit Bumrah has not taken a wicket in four matches this season.
- 02Mumbai Indians have lost three consecutive games, sitting at the bottom of the bowling charts.
- 03Captain Hardik Pandya points to broader bowling issues rather than focusing solely on Bumrah.
- 04Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar have struggled, contributing to the team's poor performance.
- 05Mumbai needs to address its bowling problems quickly to salvage the season.
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Jasprit Bumrah, a key bowler for the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has not taken any wickets in four matches this season, raising concerns among fans and analysts. However, captain Hardik Pandya argues that the team's broader bowling issues are the real problem. Mumbai has lost three consecutive matches, including a heavy defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where they conceded 240 runs. Bumrah's economy rate is relatively good at 8.75, but he lacks support from other bowlers like Trent Boult, who has an economy of 12.22 and only one wicket. The team's bowling statistics are alarming, with an average of 51.6 and a strike rate of 27.67, making them the worst in IPL 2026. As they prepare for a crucial match against Punjab Kings, the Mumbai Indians need to quickly address their bowling deficiencies to avoid further decline this season.
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The Mumbai Indians' poor bowling performance could lead to an early exit from the tournament, affecting fans and stakeholders.
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