In a recent match against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Jasprit Bumrah finally secured his first wicket of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season, ending a dry spell that lasted 19 overs. This milestone was celebrated by Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya, who lifted Bumrah in delight after he dismissed Sai Sudharsan for a golden duck with his first delivery. Pandya addressed concerns from critics about why Bumrah had not been used in the opening over more frequently, noting that in 151 appearances, Bumrah has only bowled the first over 8 or 9 times. He emphasized that Bumrah's unique skill set allows for flexible deployment based on team needs. The victory was crucial for MI, especially after a disappointing four-match losing streak. Pandya described the win as “very important” and expressed satisfaction with the team's performance in challenging conditions. MI will face Chennai Super Kings next at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.