India, April 16 -- Injuries have hit franchises early in the Indian Premier League 2026 season, and mid-season replacements are being made as the race for qualification builds up. Mumbai Indians, who currently sit 9th on the table with just one win, have so far struggled to find momentum under captain Hardik Pandya, with their experienced bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult failing to hit their stride as well.

The five-time champions have replaced their 25-year-old left-arm spinner Atharva Ankolekar, who has struggled to recover from a meniscus tear injury picked up during a Ranji Trophy match for Mumbai earlier in 2026. Krish Bhagat, the 21-year-old pacer from Punjab, has been announced as his replacement for the remain...