In the IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings, Jasprit Bumrah has taken over as the captain of Mumbai Indians in the absence of Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav. Hardik is sidelined due to back pain, while Suryakumar is with his family following the birth of his daughter. Despite being out of the playoff race, the franchise showed trust in Bumrah's experience for the match held in Dharamshala. Reports also clarified that Hardik Pandya will remain with the team despite trade rumors. https://otvkhabar.in/sports/jasprit-bumrah-named-mumbai-indians-captain-against-punjab-kings-in-crucial-ipl-clash-11836032 #creator program