Jasprit Bumrah had a forgettable IPL 2026 season, finishing in the 65th position in the list of bowlers with the most wickets.
He only scalped 4 wickets in 13 matches, his worst-ever IPL performance.
## What happened?
The Mumbai Indians' lead pacer struggled to make an impact, going wicketless for almost a month in the season.
He captained MI against Punjab Kings in the absence of Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav.
The team finished in the ninth spot, with their bowlers' struggles being one of the reasons behind their poor performance.
## Why it matters for Jasprit Bumrah
Bumrah's below-par performance is a concern for the Indian team, given his importance in the bowling lineup.
He has been a key player for India in international cricket, but his IPL form has raised questions about his current level of performance.
## What comes next?
Bumrah will look to bounce back from this disappointing season and regain his form ahead of upcoming international matches.
The Indian team will be hoping he can rediscover his rhythm and contribute to their success.
Kagiso Rabada won the Purple Cap in IPL 2026, scalping 29 wickets in the season, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar finished second with 28 wickets.
Jofra Archer had a memorable season, taking 25 wickets, and Rashid Khan finished with 21 wickets.
Anshul Kamboj also impressed, scalping 21 wickets in 14 matches and earning a place in the India A cricket team.
Bumrah's performance was a rare low point in an otherwise exciting IPL season, which saw several bowlers excel and make a name for themselves.
The Mumbai Indians will be looking to regroup and come back stronger in the next season, with Bumrah playing a key role in their bowling attack.