India, May 2 -- Jasprit Bumrah's struggles have unexpectedly become one of the major talking points of IPL 2026, something few would have predicted before the tournament began. Coming off a stellar T20 World Cup where he played a key role in India's title defence, Bumrah entered the season with high expectations. Over the years, he has been a proven match-winner for both India and Mumbai Indians, consistently delivering in pressure situations. His reputation as a bowler who unsettles batters with pace, precision, and control has rarely been questioned.

However, this season has told a different story. Bumrah has found it difficult to maintain his usual standards, conceding runs at an uncharacteristic rate while picking up just two wickets...