Jasprit Bumrah was undoubtedly one of Mumbai Indians (MI) top retention pick ahead of the IPL 2025 auction. At Rs 18 cr, the premium pacer is the highest retention for the franchise ahead of the auction. Bumrah is happy to continue his legacy with MI and is now embracing the role of a senior who guides young players.
Jasprit Bumrah happy to stick with MI for IPL 2025
In a video uploaded by Mumbai Indians on social media platform X, Jasprit Bumrah recalls when he entered a legend-studded MI camp as a youngster. The pacer, who has now gone to become a veteran, admits that he is now transitioning into a role where youngsters now seek advice from him. Bumrah entered the Mumbai Indians camp when legends like Lasith Malinga, Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting were a part of the franchise’s core setup.
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Jasprit Bumrah remains MI’s primary strike bowler and one of the league’s most feared pacers. His 2024 performance was a highlight for MI, with 20 wickets in 13 games and an impressive economy rate of 6.48. Retaining Bumrah keeps MI’s bowling attack competitive and reliable.
Retention costs for core Mumbai Indians players
Mumbai Indians (MI) retentions come with significant costs that reflect their key roles within the squad:
- Hardik Pandya (All-rounder): INR 16.35 crore
- Rohit Sharma (Batter: INR 16 crore
- Jasprit Bumrah (Bowler): INR 18 crore
- Suryakumar Yadav (Batter): 16.35 INR crore
- Tilak Varma (Batter): INR 8 crore
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