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Bumrah’s Antidote Bowling Drives Mumbai Indians Into IPL Qualifier 2

At a 6.36 economy rate this season, his 18 wickets have anchored Mumbai’s bowling attack.

Varun Aaron heaped praise on Jasprit Bumrah, saying he is like an “antidote”, who has a cure for every illness.
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Overview

  • Former pacer Varun Aaron compared his impact to a ‘vaccine’ for bowling sides after his match-turning performance in the Eliminator.
  • He dismantled Washington Sundar’s stumps with a toe-crushing yorker to help defend 228 runs against Gujarat Titans.
  • His return sparked six consecutive Mumbai wins, reversing the team’s early-season struggles and securing a Qualifier 2 spot.
  • His economy rate of 6.36 starkly contrasts with the IPL average of 9.61, highlighting his run-saving prowess in all phases of the game.
  • Mumbai Indians will take on Punjab Kings at Narendra Modi Stadium later today for a place in the final.