Bosch joins Mumbai Indians after a successful stint in SA20, skipping PSL due to scheduling conflicts with IPL. He made headlines with a record-breaking Test debut against Pakistan and has extensive T20 experience. The Mumbai Indians retained key players and aim for improvement after a disappointing previous season.
The Mumbai Indians have welcomed a new addition, having signed Bosch, a player with prior connections to the franchise and considerable experience. Although he did not participate in the IPL before, Bosch was part of the Rajasthan Royals as a reserve in 2022, stepping in for Nathan Coulter-Nile. He has shown potential at MI Cape Town, their SA20 side, where he contributed significantly by capturing 11 wickets in just seven matches, boasting an impressive economy rate of 8.68.
Bosch was also recognized as a diamond pick by Peshawar Zalmi during the January 2025 draft for the Pakistan Super League (PSL). However, he faces a scheduling conflict as the PSL coincides with the IPL, necessitating his decision to forgo the PSL.
In December, Bosch gained attention for his outstanding Test debut performance against Pakistan, where he scored an unbeaten 81 while batting at No. 9, setting a record for the highest score from this position on debut. His achievement has surpassed previous debut marks held by notable cricketers like India’s Balwinder Sandhu.
With significant T20 experience, Bosch has played in 86 matches, securing 59 wickets at an economic rate of 8.38 and accumulating 663 runs with a strike rate of 113.33. The Mumbai Indians aim to strengthen their squad as they prepare for IPL 2025, retaining key players such as Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, and Jasprit Bumrah after a challenging 2024 season.
Bosch’s transition to the Mumbai Indians marks an exciting chapter as he substitutes PSL commitments for the IPL, displaying his preference for the prestigious tournament. His impressive background and records, both in T20 and Test formats, contribute to the strategic plans of the Mumbai Indians, who are determined to recover from previous shortcomings and reclaim their competitive stature in the IPL.
Original Source: m.economictimes.com
