Mumbai Indians’ Setback Ahead of IPL 2024:
Before the commencement of the Indian Premier League 2024, Mumbai Indians faced a setback as star bowler Dilshan Madhushanka suffered an injury. With the IPL set to start in less than eight weeks, this injury adds to the team’s challenges, especially with another key player already nursing an injury.
Injury to Dilshan Madhushanka:
Dilshan Madhushanka, the Sri Lankan bowler, sustained an injury during a domestic match in Bangladesh. His injury during the second one-day match saw him leaving the field prematurely. This leaves him doubtful for the IPL’s initial matches, posing a significant setback for Mumbai Indians who had acquired him for INR 4.60 crores in the IPL 2024 auction.
Impact on Mumbai Indians and Upcoming Matches:
With Hardik Pandya and now Madhushanka’s injury concerns, Mumbai Indians face a challenging start to the IPL campaign. The team’s first match against Gujarat Titans on March 24 will see them without Dilshan Madhushanka’s services. Madhushanka’s uncertain availability further complicates Mumbai’s plans for the tournament. The IPL 2024 schedule has been announced, with Mumbai Indians scheduled to play their first few matches against various opponents. However, Madhushanka’s participation remains uncertain, casting a shadow over Mumbai Indians’ initial matches.
Mumbai Indians Squad 2024 – Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, Akash Madhwal, Anshuk Kamboj, Arjun Tendulkar, David Braveheart, Dilshan Madhushanka, Gerald Coetzee, Ishan Kishan, Jason Behrendorff, Jasprit Bumrah, Kumar Kartikeya, Mohammad Nabi, Naman Dheer, Nuwan Tushara, Piyush Chawla, Romeo Shephard, Shams Mulani, Shivam Sharma, Shreyas Gopal, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Team David, Vishnu Vinod.
Mumbai Indians’ Schedule:
- March 24: Gujarat Titans vs. Mumbai Indians, from 8:00 PM onwards, at Ahmedabad.
- March 27: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Mumbai Indians at Hyderabad from 8:00 PM onwards.
- April 1: Mumbai Indians vs. Rajasthan Royals, from 8:00 PM onwards, at Mumbai.
- April 7: Mumbai Indians vs. Delhi Capitals, starting from 3:30 PM onwards, at Mumbai
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