Jasprit Bumrah recently shared a valuable piece of advice he received from Sachin Tendulkar ahead of his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians in 2013. At just 19, Bumrah was nervous about bowling to big names like Virat Kohli, but Tendulkar’s words helped calm him. “He told me, ‘Don’t look at the individual. Bowl to the batsman, not to the name,’” Bumrah revealed. That guidance gave him the confidence to shine in his first match, where he picked up three key wickets. Now a seasoned pacer, Bumrah continues to be a pillar of strength for MI in IPL 2025.
Jasprit Bumrah Reveals Priceless Advice from Sachin Tendulkar Before MI Debut
Jasprit Bumrah, one of the finest fast bowlers in modern cricket, recently recalled a golden piece of advice from legend Sachin Tendulkar that helped shape his career. Speaking at a promotional event, Bumrah reflected on his debut IPL match for Mumbai Indians back in 2013, where he took three wickets against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, including that of Virat Kohli. At just 19, Bumrah admitted to being overwhelmed by the star-studded environment, but Tendulkar’s words calmed his nerves. “Sachin paaji told me, ‘Don’t look at the individual. Bowl to the batsman, not to the name.’ That stuck with me and made all the difference,” Bumrah shared.
Now in IPL 2025, Jasprit Bumrah continues to be a match-winner for MI, who have stormed back into form with six consecutive wins after a slow start. He believes the team has hit their stride at the perfect moment. “We’ve peaked at the right time and aren’t relying on just one player, which is a great sign heading into the crucial phase,” he added. MI will next face Gujarat Titans at the Wankhede Stadium on May 6, with momentum firmly on their side.
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