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Jasprit Bumrah's Instagram Story Sets Off Speculations On Mumbai Indians' Future

image-lpi09gxsJasprit Bumrah is vital part of Mumbai Indians squad

In a recent development that has captured the attention of fans, Jasprit Bumrah, renowned pace spearhead for Team India and Mumbai Indians, shared a cryptic message on his Instagram story.


Jasprit Bumrah’s mysterious story stirs IPL captaincy rumours

This post has led to widespread speculation among fans, particularly in the context of Hardik Pandya's highly anticipated return to the Mumbai Indians squad ahead of the IPL 2024 season.

Bumrah's Instagram story, which simply read "Silence is the best answer," has been interpreted by fans as a subtle hint at his aspirations to lead the Mumbai Indians. This interpretation gained further traction considering the recent developments surrounding Hardik's move back to the Mumbai-based franchise.


The Mumbai Indians, in a remarkable move on the retention and release announcement day, finalized a deal to trade Hardik from the Gujarat Titans. This transaction, involving an all-cash agreement, saw the Titans receiving ₹15 crore in exchange.

It is worth mentioning that Hardik's stint with the Gujarat Titans was nothing short of impressive. Under his leadership, the team reached the IPL finals consecutively, showcasing his brilliance as a captain. He was initially acquired by the Titans for ₹15 crore from a pool of players available for the new franchises, which included Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants, in the run-up to the 2022 auction.

During his tenure, the all-rounder led the Titans to a title victory in their debut year and was a key factor in their narrow miss in the exhilarating final against Chennai Super Kings in 2023. His return to the Mumbai Indians is met with great anticipation and enthusiasm, as fans eagerly await to see the impact of his leadership and performance on the team.

While it remains unclear if his post is indeed a commentary on the captaincy situation at Mumbai Indians, it has undoubtedly added to the excitement as the IPL 2024 season approaches.