India’s leading fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, has resumed bowling at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, a major development in his rehabilitation. The Mumbai Indians (MI) pacer, out of action since the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 in Sydney, had also missed the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and is away from IPL 2025.
The return of Jasprit Bumrah to the nets has sparked speculation about his return, especially after Mumbai Indians’ miserable showing in the current season of IPL, losing their first two matches. A viral video of him bowling at full throttle has given fans and the MI administration a much-needed shot in the arm.
Bumrah has started bowling in NCA. Don’t know when he will get the clearance but feeling better after watching this clip. pic.twitter.com/FTpnuVoJoW
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) March 30, 2025
No Fixed Return Date Yet, Says Jayawardene
MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene gave an update on Bumrah’s fitness, saying the pacer is going through his recovery program conscientiously. There is no definite timeline for his return, however, as the medical staff at the Centre of Excellence are keeping a close watch on his progress.
“Bumrah is going through his daily programs and has made good progress so far. But there’s no fixed timeline for his return yet,” Jayawardene said.
India Banking on Bumrah for England Test Series
Bumrah was originally included in India’s team for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 but was subsequently replaced by Harshit Rana, as the BCCI did not want to rush him back into competition. But India will require his services for the important upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) series against England, which begins on June 20.
With India looking to win their first Test series in England since 2007, Bumrah’s role as the frontline pacer will be crucial. His skills of swinging the ball and providing match-winning spells may prove to be the turning point for India in English conditions.
Before his injury, Bumrah had a sensational 2024. He guided India to victory in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and became the top wicket-taker of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 with 32 wickets. His performance secured him withstanding honors, the ICC Cricketer of the Year and ICC Test Cricketer of the Year awards.
Will Bumrah Play IPL 2025?
Mumbai Indians are eagerly awaiting Bumrah’s return, as they miss the punch of their bowling unit in his absence. His return for the remaining IPL 2025 is uncertain, but returning to the nets is a good sign. With crucial matches scheduled in the pipeline, MI fans and Indian cricket enthusiasts will be hoping for a speedy and good return.
