Ravi Shastri has expressed concern about Jasprit Bumrah’s recent slump in form while playing for the Mumbai Indians in the 2026 Indian Premier League. Bumrah has only managed to take three wickets in 10 matches, making this his toughest season yet. Despite being economical, he has struggled to take wickets, going five matches without one until finally breaking the drought against the Gujarat Titans. Shastri, the former India coach, has emphasized the importance of managing Bumrah’s workload for the long-term benefit of Indian cricket, especially with upcoming events like the World Cup in South Africa and Test tours of New Zealand and Australia. He believes mental fatigue is a contributing factor to Bumrah’s performance and hopes MI can help him overcome this. Despite Bumrah’s success at the T20 World Cup earlier in the year, his form has since declined, raising concerns among fans. Workload management will be crucial for Bumrah as India’s busy international calendar resumes soon, with a focus on preserving his fitness for future challenges. Ultimately, India’s success in the 50-over World Cup next year could greatly benefit from Bumrah returning to his peak form.
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