Ashwin hails Jasprit Bumrah as 'cheat code' after Mumbai Indians' IPL 2025 win

Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional four-over spell conceding just 27 runs was pivotal in Mumbai Indians' 20-run Eliminator victory over Gujarat Titans. Experts like Ashwin praised Bumrah's game-changing impact, highlighting his ability to elevate the entire bowling unit and secure crucial wins in IPL 2025.

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Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional bowling performance was pivotal in Mumbai Indians' 20-run victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2025 Eliminator.

Bumrah delivered a brilliant four-over spell, conceding just 27 runs at an economy rate below seven, and has taken 18 wickets this season, making him the standout performer for Mumbai Indians.

Ravichandran Ashwin hailed Bumrah as a 'cheat code,' saying, "He sometimes makes the captain look better than he actually is." He added, "He's like an antidote, a vaccine that can cure any illness, which a bowling side can have." Ashwin also praised a yorker Bumrah bowled to Washington Sundar as "you just don't bowl a better ball than that."

Mumbai Indians posted a strong total of 228 for 5, powered by Rohit Sharma's 81 off 50 balls and Jonny Bairstow's quick 47 off 22 deliveries. Bairstow, who was previously unsold in the IPL auction, silenced critics with his aggressive innings.

Rohit Sharma reflected on his season, saying, "I would have liked to score more half-centuries," but praised Bairstow, "We know the quality he has, a lot of experience playing in this format."

Despite Gujarat Titans' Sai Sudharsan top-scoring with 80 off 49 balls, Mumbai Indians' bowling, led by Bumrah, restricted them to 208 for 6.

Gujarat captain Shubman Gill lamented dropped catches, stating, "Definitely not easy when we drop 3 sitters. Wasn't easy for the bowlers to control."

The match highlighted Bumrah's crucial role in Mumbai Indians' campaign, with Ashwin cautioning against comparing him to legends like Wasim Akram or Malcolm Marshall, emphasizing the uniqueness of each generation.

Overall, Bumrah's lethal bowling and the strong batting performances ensured Mumbai Indians advanced confidently in the IPL 2025 playoffs.
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Jasprit Bumrah was hailed as a 'cheat code' by teammate Ravichandran Ashwin after his brilliant four-over spell helped Mumbai Indians secure a 20-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2025 Eliminator. Bumrah took 18 wickets this season, with Ashwin praising his game-changing impact.
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Jonny, I have watched him over the years being on the other side. It was nice to be on the same side and have a crack at it. We know the quality he has, a lot of experience playing in this format, and we know what he can do upfront, and this is exactly what he did.
Rohit Sharma
Mumbai Indians captain
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He's like an antidote, a vaccine that can cure any illness, which a bowling side can have.
Ashwin
former cricketer
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Definitely not easy when we drop 3 sitters. Wasn't easy for the bowlers to control and doesn't help when you drop 3 catches.
Shubman Gill
Gujarat Titans captain
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Key Facts
  • Jasprit Bumrah has been the standout performer for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025, taking 18 wickets.1
  • Mumbai Indians posted 228 for 5 in the IPL 2025 Eliminator, with Rohit Sharma scoring 81 and Jonny Bairstow 47.ESPNcricinfo3Timesofindia
  • Gujarat Titans scored 208 for 6, with Sai Sudharsan top-scoring with 80 off 49 balls.ESPNcricinfo
  • Rohit Sharma admitted to receiving two dropped catches early in his innings, which helped him score 81 runs.2
  • Jonny Bairstow played a blistering knock of 47 off 22 balls, setting a strong platform for Mumbai Indians' big total.Timesofindia
  • Jasprit Bumrah bowled a brilliant four-over spell conceding just 27 runs, leading Mumbai Indians to a 20-run victory over Gujarat Titans.2Timesofindia
  • Ashwin praised Bumrah calling him a 'cheat code' and a 'vaccine' for the bowling side, saying he sometimes makes the captain look better than he actually is.2ESPNcricinfo
Key Stats at a Glance
Wickets taken by Jasprit Bumrah in IPL 2025
18 wickets
1
Runs conceded by Jasprit Bumrah in four-over spell
27 runs
1
Mumbai Indians total score in IPL 2025 Eliminator
228 runs
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Rohit Sharma runs in IPL 2025 Eliminator
81 runs
ESPNcricinfo
Jonny Bairstow runs in IPL 2025 Eliminator
47 runs
ESPNcricinfo
Gujarat Titans total score in IPL 2025 Eliminator
208 runs
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Sai Sudharsan runs in IPL 2025 Eliminator
80 runs
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Margin of victory for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025 Eliminator
20 runs
Timesofindia

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