Jasprit Bumrah has officially etched his name in Mumbai Indians (MI) history, becoming the franchise’s all-time leading wicket-taker in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with 174 wickets, overtaking the legendary Lasith Malinga.
The milestone was achieved during MI’s clash against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 27, 2025, at Wankhede Stadium, where Bumrah delivered a sensational four-wicket haul on IPL 2025 ESA Matchday. The atmosphere was electric, with young fans roaring for their hero at MI’s home fortress.
Bumrah surpasses Malinga to top MI wicket charts
From dismissing Virat Kohli in his debut season to consistently delivering pinpoint yorkers and unplayable slower balls, Bumrah’s IPL journey has been nothing short of spectacular. Known for his ice-cool demeanor and killer instincts at the death, Bumrah has redefined fast bowling in T20 cricket.
“174 wickets in IPL for Mumbai Indians – an iconic number for an iconic player.”
His latest performance was a clinic in death-over mastery, bamboozling LSG’s batters with clever variations and raw pace. This achievement is not only a personal milestone but also a reflection of his legacy in blue and gold.
Most IPL wickets for Mumbai Indians (as of April 27, 2025)
- Jasprit Bumrah – 139 innings, 174 wickets*
- Lasith Malinga – 122 innings, 170 wickets
- Harbhajan Singh – 134 innings, 127 wickets
- Mitchell McClenaghan – 56 innings, 71 wickets
- Kieron Pollard – 107 innings, 69 wickets
- Hardik Pandya* – 81 innings, 65 wickets
- Trent Boult* – 39 innings, 51 wickets
- Krunal Pandya – 81 innings, 51 wickets
- Rahul Chahar – 39 innings, 41 wickets
- Munaf Patel – 31 innings, 40 wickets
*Current Mumbai Indians players
A career built on big moments
Whether it’s delivering under pressure in playoffs or dismantling top orders in powerplays, Bumrah’s contributions go beyond numbers. His impact has helped MI to multiple IPL titles and made him a symbol of consistency and excellence.
Now hailed as a true MI legend, Bumrah’s name joins the ranks of the all-time greats, but with his form and fitness intact, this record is only set to grow. His journey stands as an inspiration for the next generation of Indian fast bowlers.
Here’s to Bumrah bhai – MI’s yorker king, match-winner, and now, the ultimate record-breaker. 🐐
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Mumbai Indians is a professional franchise cricket team based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, competing in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Founded in 2008, the team is owned by Reliance Industries through its subsidiary Indiawin Sports. They play their home matches at the Wankhede Stadium.
