Ashwani Kumar, Mumbai Indians’ unheralded fast bowler, made an unforgettable IPL debut with a stunning 4/24 performance, leading MI to an eight-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday. This performance helped MI climb to the sixth spot in the points table. Ryan Rickelton’s Praise for Ashwani: Rickelton, his teammate, praised Ashwani’s pace, saying: “He’s quicker than people realise, and he can swing the new ball.
He rushes you and is a great addition to the team.” Looking Ahead: Rickelton is excited to see Ashwani’s abilities with the new ball in future matches. Rickelton’s Maiden Half-Century: Rickelton scored an unbeaten 62 off 41 balls with five sixes and four fours.
He expressed relief at scoring his first IPL half-century, especially after struggling with tough wickets in the first two games. Rickelton on Adapting to MI: Having previously played for MI Cape Town in the SA20, Rickelton found it easier to settle into the MI squad: “The transition has been smoother thanks to familiar faces around me.” Comments Related Topics IPL 2025 Latest on Sportstar.
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The left-arm Punjab seamer took 4/24 on Monday to blow away Kolkata Knight Riders as Mumbai Indians recorded an eight-wicket win.