MI vs KKR: Why is Jofra Archer Not Playing Today's IPL 2023 Match? Check MI Playing 11

It is quite unfortunate that the Mumbai Indians (MI) will once again miss the services of their premier speedster Jofra Archer in their fourth encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2023) against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) taking place at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Things panned out really well for the Mumbai Indians as they finally picked up their first victory of Indian Premier League 2023 season as they defeated Delhi Capitals by a margin of 6 wickets. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians are undefeated against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium since IPL 2012.

MI vs KKR: Why is Jofra Archer Not Playing Today’s IPL 2023 Match?

England’s star fast bowler Jofra Archer is once again not part of the MI Playing 11 for this MI vs KKR IPL 2023 match on Sunday. He made his debut for the Mumbai Indians in their opening game of IPL 2023 season against the Royal Challengers Bangalore and went wicketless in that match. However, he then sustained a niggle on his shoulder and has thus, missed the matches against Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders. Currently Archer is not available for selection and it remains to be seen as to when he will be able to gain complete fitness to be available for the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2023.

MI Playing 11

1. Ishan Kishan
2. Cameron Green
3. Suryakumar Yadav
4. Tilak Varma
5. Tim David
6. Nehal Wadhera
7. Arjun Tendulkar
8. Hrithik Shokeen
9. Piyush Chawla
10. Riley Meredith
11. Duan Jansen

Jofra Archer IPL 2023 Price

Despite knowing that Jofra Archer would be unavailable due to injury concerns for the entire IPL 2022 season, Mumbai Indians surprised everyone by securing the England fast bowler for INR 8 Crore in the mega auction. This strategic move reflects MI’s long-term vision, as they bank on Archer’s talent and anticipate his return to full fitness for future seasons. MI’s team management has shown confidence in Archer’s abilities as a key asset in their bowling arsenal for the IPL 2023 season.

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