That’s a huge development for Mumbai Indians — and Indian cricket fans in general. 🙌 Jasprit Bumrah's return not only injects world-class quality into MI’s bowling unit but also adds much-needed calm and control in high-pressure phases, especially at the death. 🩺 Fitness Watch: Rehab base: BCCI's Centre of Excellence, Bengaluru Injury: Stress-related discomfort in lower back Recovery: Cleared by BCCI medical staff ✅ Next steps: Sync with MI's support staff (led by Jayawardene) to map out match readiness Practice match status: Not confirmed yet – he may still play one within MI camp before a full return What It Means for MI: 🚨 Struggling to close out games — Bumrah's absence has left MI vulnerable in the final overs 🎯 Leadership boost — his on-field presence is as valuable as his skillset 🔥 Big game incoming — RCB at Wankhede is a marquee match and Bumrah loves the spotlight If he gets the green light to play Monday, it'll be a perfect stage for a statement comeback. If not, he’s likely just one game away. lot of the picture — and makes Jasprit Bumrah's return story even more important to MI's campaign and India's long-term planning. 🧩 Here's the updated Bumrah timeline: Jan 4: Picks up a stress-related back issue in the final BGT Test in Sydney March: Misses Champions Trophy (which India won) April 4: Still at BCCI Centre of Excellence, close to final fitness tests April 6: Joins MI squad in Mumbai, after medical clearance ✅ Current status: Match-readiness being assessed by MI support staff Want a possible MI bowling attack reshuffle with Bumrah added in? Or a bowler comparison to see how he stacks up against Purple Cap contenders right now ?