Mumbai Indians’ stand-in captain Suryakumar Yadav will be absent from their IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings in Dharamsala on May 14 due to personal reasons. He has been leading the team in the absence of regular captain Hardik Pandya, who is currently unavailable. Stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah announced at the toss that Suryakumar would not be playing due to personal reasons.

Suryakumar has been struggling with the bat this season, scoring just 195 runs from 11 innings at an average of 17.72. This comes after a mediocre T20 World Cup campaign. Unfortunately, his absence adds to the challenges faced by Mumbai Indians, who have only managed to win three out of their 11 matches so far in the tournament.

The team will have to adjust their strategy and lineup in Suryakumar’s absence as they continue to fight for a spot in the playoffs. Fans can follow the live updates of the PBKS vs MI match on the given link to stay updated on the latest developments.

The match against Punjab Kings will be a crucial one for Mumbai Indians as they look to turn their fortunes around and secure a much-needed victory. Despite the setbacks, the team remains determined to give their best on the field and bounce back from their recent struggles.

Published on May 14, 2026.

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