Delhi: Today, in the beginning of the 18th season of IPL 2025, two most successful teams of IPL, Mumbai Indians (Mi) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face. This match is often called the ‘Elclassico’ of the IPL because when these two teams clash with each other, the thrill level increases significantly. Fans are eagerly waiting for this match, but fans of Mumbai Indians are also a bit worried because their team has not won its first match for the last 12 years.
Concern over Bumrah’s absence
Former Indian player Kedar Jadhav has predicted that it would be difficult for Mumbai Indians to break this record this season without Jaspreet Bumrah. Bumrah is running out due to injury and there is no clear information about his return. He was not part of the Indian team in the recent Champions Trophy, and there is doubt on his playing in IPL.
Tough challenge for Mumbai
Since 2013, Mumbai Indians are losing their first match and they would like to end this process this time. However, according to Jadhav, this work on Sunday will not be very easy for him. He believes that CSK’s upper hand will be heavy, as they are playing in their home ground, Chepock.
Kedar Jadhav’s advice
Talking to India Today, Kedar Jadhav said, “Mi will have to work on his combination before the first match and avoid mistakes like last year. If he does not do so, he will not have much time. Also, playing on the home ground of CSK, it will be very difficult to defeat them.”
He also said that the absence of Jaspreet Bumrah is a big concern for MI. Bumrah’s injury may affect the balance of his team, and hence Jadhav feels that this time defeating CSK will be a very difficult task for Mumbai Indians.
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