In a surprising turn of events during a net session ahead of Mumbai Indians' clash against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2024, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah showcased his skills in leg-spin bowling to the team's batting coach, Kieron Pollard. A recent video shared by MI's official social media handle captured Bumrah's impressive display of spin bowling, leaving Pollard struggling to face his deliveries. Bumrah's unexpected switch to leg-spin added an intriguing twist to the practice session.
Bumrah's performance in the IPL 2024 has been exceptional, earning him the current holder of the purple cap with 13 wickets in 7 matches. His consistent form has been crucial for Mumbai Indians, especially highlighted during their recent encounter against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on April 18. Despite facing a strong challenge from PBKS's Ashutosh Sharma, Bumrah's clinical bowling in the death overs played a pivotal role in securing a crucial victory for MI.
The video showcasing Bumrah's spin bowling skills garnered amazed reactions from MI's massive fanbase, further underlining the admiration for the versatile talent of the bowler. In the clash against PBKS, Bumrah's stellar performance, including a 3/21 spell and crucial wickets, earned him the Player of the Match award, emphasizing his importance to the MI squad.
With the momentum from recent victories on their side, MI will aim to maintain their winning streak in the upcoming clash against RR. Bumrah's multifaceted abilities add depth to MI's bowling attack, providing them with an edge as they strive to turn their season around.
