Overview
- Jasprit Bumrah has gone five IPL 2026 matches without a wicket for Mumbai Indians.
- The skid has aligned with Mumbai losing four of their first five games to start the season.
- Head coach Mahela Jayawardene said Bumrah has been managing a minor issue from the T20 World Cup and reported his speeds have increased in recent outings.
- Former India opener Wasim Jaffer said Bumrah does not look fully fit, pointing to subdued body language and a dip in rhythm.
- Analysts note heavier use of slower balls and less late movement, raising doubts about his punch even as he has conceded 164 runs at an economy rate of 8.63.