Mumbai say Bumrah has 'recovered well' post shoulder injury
Mumbai Indians fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah suffered a shoulder injury in match number three of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019 season on Sunday. The prime bowler hurt his left shoulder in the match against Delhi Capitals at the Wankhede. Mumbai Indians confirmed that the bowler is fine, although he will be further assessed on Monday. Here's more.
How did Bumrah injure his shoulder?
Bumrah was bowling the final over and he tried to intercept Rishabh Pant's shot on his follow through. Left-handed batsman Pant managed to dig out a toe-crusher. Bumrah tried to stop the ball with his left hand, but he didn't get the desired contact and fell over. Players rushed to check on him as he walked off the field with immense pain.
Bumrah is fine!
Mumbai lose their opener against Delhi at Wankhede
Bumrah (1/40) didn't come out to bat later on. Mumbai lost their opening IPL encounter by 37 runs as Delhi managed to defend their total of 213/6. Yuvraj Singh played a lone hand for MI, but they couldn't get past the line. Earlier, Rishabh Pant smashed a whirlwind 78* to rescue Delhi and give them the platform. Delhi bowlers bowled well to hurt MI.
Bumrah needs to be monitored closely by MI
Bumrah will need to be monitored closely, as the franchise won't like to risk his fitness. He is vital for the franchise and is their main asset in bowling. Mumbai play their next game on Thursday against Royal Challengers Bangalore and one will get a clear picture regarding Bumrah's availability. Bumrah remains pivotal for MI's chances of making it to the playoffs this term.
Bumrah is vital for Team India with World Cup looming
The ICC World Cup 2019 starts from May 30 onwards in England and Wales. The IPL 2019 season ends on May 12 at the Wankhede. India will get enough time for preparations. Bumrah is crucial in executing India's plan and is the leader of the pace attack. Therefore, it comes as a relief to know that he is fine at the moment.
In 2018, Bumrah had suffered a finger injury
In 2018, Bumrah suffered a freak injury while trying to take a return catch in the first match of the T20Is against Ireland. It turned out to be a finger fracture, forcing Bumrah to sit out of the series and the first two Test matches against England. Since then, he has been utilized well by the Indian management in terms of workload.
