As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 prepares to kick off, several top players are facing injury setbacks that will keep them out of action at the beginning of the season.
This wave of injuries has left teams scrambling to find suitable replacements and adjust their strategies to stay competitive.
1. Jasprit Bumrah (Mumbai Indians)
Bumrah is recovering from a stress-related injury in his lower back, which he sustained during the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney.
This injury has kept him out of action since January, including missing India’s successful Champions Trophy campaign.
Bumrah’s rehabilitation is ongoing at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. He is expected to join the Mumbai Indians squad by early April, subject to medical clearance. His absence will be felt, as he is a crucial part of MI’s fast bowling attack.
Mumbai Indians will need to rely on other fast bowlers like Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, and Reece Topley to fill the gap left by Bumrah. His return in early April could significantly boost MI’s chances in the latter part of the season.
2. Mayank Yadav (Lucknow Super Giants)
Mayank Yadav has been out of action since October 2024 due to back stress. His availability for the start of IPL 2025 remains uncertain24.
Yadav is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA). LSG is hopeful but cautious about his return, given the nature of his injury.
LSG faces a significant challenge with Yadav’s absence, as he is one of their key pacers. The team is exploring alternatives, such as Shardul Thakur, to bolster their bowling attack.
3. Avesh Khan (Lucknow Super Giants)
Avesh Khan is recovering from a knee cartilage injury sustained during the Ranji Trophy. His availability for the early matches of IPL 2025 is uncertain24.
Khan is also undergoing rehabilitation at the NCA. LSG is hopeful of having him back in time, but his fitness will be closely monitored.
Like Yadav, Khan’s absence would impact LSG’s pace attack. His return would be crucial in stabilizing the team’s bowling lineup.
