Mumbai Indians management confirmed Jasprit Bumrah would not feature in the team’s final league match against Rajasthan Royals.
The decision was described as a move to protect the bowler.
Bumrah has endured one of his worst IPL seasons by performance standards.
Resting key players in dead-rubber or low-stakes fixtures is common near the end of league play.
Mumbai Indians had already seen their playoff prospects affected before the final league game.
Bumrah is among India’s leading fast bowlers and central to Mumbai’s long-term plans.
Managing workload late in a demanding T20 season reduces injury risk for pace bowlers.
The Rajasthan Royals match concluded Mumbai’s league-stage schedule for 2026.
Coaching staff did not announce a specific injury but framed the absence as protective.
Bumrah’s struggles this season have drawn analysis from cricket commentators throughout the tournament.
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