Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed concern over the Mumbai Indians’ performance in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Following a significant 103-run loss to the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), the five-time champions are struggling to find their rhythm and currently languish in the lower half of the points table. Harbhajan emphasized the need for the team to rectify their mistakes to return to their winning ways.
Harbhajan highlighted the underperformance of the spinners and the pressure on key player Jasprit Bumrah. He called for other team members to step up and share the responsibility to alleviate the burden on Bumrah. The former MI champion believes that once Mumbai Indians start winning, they can become a formidable force in the tournament.
Despite the challenging start to their campaign, Harbhajan remains optimistic about Mumbai Indians’ playoff prospects if they can string together a series of victories. The recent defeat against CSK marked a significant setback for MI, with the opposition delivering a commanding performance that led to Mumbai Indians being bowled out for 104. Akeal Hosein’s four-wicket haul and support from Noor Ahmad contributed to MI’s defeat.
Mumbai Indians’ current position at eighth in the points table with only four points from seven matches underscores the urgency for a turnaround. Their upcoming match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on April 29 at the Wankhede Stadium presents a crucial opportunity for Mumbai Indians to bounce back in the competition.
