IPL 2025: Key Player Injuries and Team Changes

Jasprit Bumrah, a key player for Mumbai Indians, is expected to miss the initial matches of IPL 2025 due to a lower back injury sustained during a Test match against Australia. Despite being named in India's provisional ICC squad, Bumrah hasn't reached optimum fitness, leading to his omission from the Champions Trophy-winning campaign. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings aim to turn their fortunes around with Shreyas Iyer as their new captain and Ricky Ponting as head coach, along with notable acquisitions such as Josh Inglis and Azmatullah Omarzai. The IPL 2025 season, beginning on March 22, promises excitement with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders opening against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Additionally, the season will see significant player movements in the NWSL, including high-profile transfers like Naomi Girma to Chelsea and Jenna Nighswonger to Arsenal.