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Pollard Backs Bumrah Amid Wicketless Woes
12 Apr
Summary
- Kieron Pollard defends Jasprit Bumrah's lack of wickets, citing strategic changes.
- Virat Kohli is nine runs shy of reaching 1000 runs against Mumbai Indians.
- Pollard praises player longevity, drawing parallels with Dhoni and Tahir.
Mumbai Indians batting coach Kieron Pollard has voiced strong support for pacer Jasprit Bumrah, dismissing concerns over his recent lack of wickets. Pollard explained that Bumrah's approach might involve strategic adjustments, prioritizing defensive tactics over outright pace when conditions demand. He emphasized that the team's camp is not worried about Bumrah's performance data, focusing instead on the game's broader strategies.
In parallel, the upcoming MI vs RCB match presents a significant milestone for Virat Kohli, who is just nine runs away from achieving 1000 runs against Mumbai Indians. He currently holds an impressive average against them. Pollard also commented on the dedication of cricketers playing at advanced ages, likening the long careers of players like MS Dhoni and Imran Tahir to his own sustained performance, attributing their longevity to individual motivations.
