'He's human': Dale Steyn makes big statement on Jasprit Bumrah's poor IPL 2026 season
Jasprit Bumrah had a disappointing IPL 2026 season, taking only four wickets. Dale Steyn defended Bumrah, stating that he is human and can bounce back from a poor performance. Steyn expressed confidence that Bumrah could win the Purple Cap in the next season.
- ▪Jasprit Bumrah managed to claim just four wickets in IPL 2026.
- ▪Dale Steyn backed Bumrah, saying he will return strongly next year.
- ▪Mumbai Indians finished ninth in the IPL 2026 points table with four wins and ten losses.
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