Follow UsOne of the specialists in the shortest format of the game, Tymal Mills, will feature for the Mumbai Indians in the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League.
The left-arm pacer was an ideal replacement for Trent Boult after the five-time champions failed to acquire the services of Trent Boult.
The 29-year old Mills, who has represented England in 12 matches and has taken 11 wickets at a strike rate of 22.7, is relishing the prospect of bowling alongside star Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah in the upcoming season.
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In a video posted on the official Twitter handle of the Mumbai Indians, Mills said, "Had the chance to spend a little bit of time with Bumrah during the World Cup, so looking forward to playing with him. I have been wanting to come back for a long time, and I am happy to get an opportunity."
Mills was earlier part of the IPL in 2017, plying his trade for the Royal Challengers Bangalore will reunite with Mahela Jayawardene, his coach at the Hundred for the Southern Brave.
"Looking forward to meeting all my new teammates. Obviously (Mumbai Indians) are a great franchise. I haven't played at the Wankhede before. This is my first time back since 2017," he added.
Mumbai Indians open their 2022 IPL campaign against Delhi Capitals on March 27 in an afternoon encounter at the Brabourne Stadium.
(With inputs from PTI)