Mumbai Indians Suffer Double Injury Blow as Quinton de Kock and Raj Bawa Ruled Out of IPL 2026

Mumbai Indians have suffered a double injury setback in the ongoing IPL 2026. South African wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock has been ruled out after suffering a tendon injury in his left wrist ahead of the clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Meanwhile, young all-rounder Raj Bawa will also miss the remainder of the season after sustaining a ligament tear to his right thumb during Mumbai Indians’ match against Punjab Kings.

The injuries come as a major blow for Mumbai Indians as the team pushes for a strong finish in IPL 2026. Mumbai confirmed that Quinton will fly back to South Africa to continue his rehab and the medical team of the franchise will be in contact with both the cricketers and guide them in recovery.'

“Quinton de Kock has been ruled out due to a tendon injury in his left wrist, which he sustained prior to our home game against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Raj Angad Bawa sustained a ligament tear to his right thumb during our previous match against Punjab Kings and will miss the rest of the season,” MI’s statement read.

“Both Quinton and Raj Bawa will continue their rehab in their respective homes, with support and guidance from the Mumbai Indians medical team to help them return to play as soon as possible,” it was added.

Mumbai Indians are already out of the IPL 2026 playoff race. However, they still have the chance to spoil the hopes of both Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals. Both Kolkata and Rajasthan are in a strong position to qualify for the top four, but even a single defeat at this stage could seriously damage their playoff chances and change the points table scenario. MI won’t be bothered by the injuries. Quinton was already out of the playing XI equation, with Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton sealed their spot.

Bawa was given three consecutive games against Lucknow, Bengaluru and Punjab, but failed to impress. He had a spectacular opportunity to win the game against Punjab in the final over of the match, but the uncapped Indian failed to get the job done.

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