Jasprit Bumrah, the star fast bowler for the Mumbai Indians, has faced criticism for his lackluster performance in IPL 2026, taking just 3 wickets in 11 matches with an economy rate of 8.51. Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh defended Bumrah, stating that the team's struggles stem from an over-reliance on him and the poor form of other bowlers, including Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar. Harbhajan pointed out that the team lacks quality local spinners, a significant gap compared to previous seasons. He expressed concern over the team's body language and confidence, suggesting that a leader is needed to inspire the squad to improve their performance and regain their fighting spirit. Harbhajan, who won three IPL titles with the Mumbai Indians, believes that the franchise has not been the same in recent years and emphasizes the importance of collective effort in overcoming challenges.