Mumbai Indians' ace pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, is all set to make his much-anticipated comeback in the IPL 2025 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Head coach Mahela Jayawardene has confirmed that Bumrah, who has been absent due to a stress-related lower back injury since January, is now fit to play. After undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, Bumrah has cleared his fitness tests and joined the Mumbai Indians squad in preparation for the crucial game on April 7.

Bumrah's journey back to the field has been closely monitored, with Jayawardene confiding that the player arrived at the Wankhede Stadium on April 6 for a training session. As a crucial piece of the lineup, the team's management is taking a measured approach, utilizing MI’s physios to ensure Bumrah’s readiness while contemplating a strategic use of the star bowler. Jayawardene mentioned the potential of deploying Bumrah as an Impact Player, particularly if the team bats first, while also managing his workload carefully to prevent any further setbacks.

This return couldn’t have come at a more crucial time for Mumbai Indians. The team has been grappling with challenges in the death overs, a gap notably felt in Bumrah's absence. Previously leaning on Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, and others to fill this void, Bumrah's presence is expected to fortify MI's bowling arsenal significantly against RCB.

The pressure is mounting for MI, especially with RCB looking to take advantage of their recent inconsistencies. Therefore, Bumrah’s comeback injects much-needed energy into MI's bowling attack, offering them a sharper edge as they vie for the upper hand.

Meanwhile, another piece of encouraging news for MI fans is the status of the team captain, Rohit Sharma. Sharma, who missed the last match due to a nagging knee injury, has also been spotted in action during the nets. Jayawardene indicated optimism regarding Sharma's participation against RCB, hinting that the captain should be fit for the next game.

As the Mumbai Indians gear up for this critical match, all eyes are on Bumrah's performance post-injury. While this will be his first competitive appearance since being sidelined, expectations are high that his skills will once again shine through and amplify MI's strategic depth this season.