Published 17:04 IST, February 15th 2021

Who is Kyle Jamieson? Lanky pacer primed by fans to make IPL debut with Mumbai Indians

New Zealand speedster Kyle Jamieson could emerge to be the frontrunner for the third seamer's spot in the defending champions Mumbai Indians' playing eleven.

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New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson has received immense appreciation from all corners for his exploits in international cricket. 26-year-old will be eying to replicate same success in franchise cricket as well. speedster has registered himself for upcoming Indian Premier League auctions and he could very well be a lucrative pick for several franchises. However, a certain section of fans want Kiwi pacer to represent Mumbai Indians side in 14th edition of cash-rich league.

Kyle Jamieson IPL 2021 news: Mumbai Indians likely to go after talented pacer? 

Rohit Sharma-led side have been most consistent team in competition and ir trophy cabinet also signifies same. y also have a well-established think-tank, who have proved ir mettle year after year by putting toger a strong team. Trent Boult's addition ahead of 2020 season reaped benefits for m as left-armer proved to be ir second-highest wicket-taker with 25 wickets to his name.

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For forthcoming edition, y could very well look to rope on Trent Boult's New Zealand teammate Kyle Jamieson in ir squad. y have released several table overseas fast bowlers such as Nathan Coulter Nile, James Pattinson and Mitchell McClenaghan. This is why  manment will be keen to sign a promising foreign speedster. 

Kyle Jamieson appears to be frontrunner for third seamer's spot in Mumbai Indians playing eleven. With presence of Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult, this addition could make ir bowling attack an even more formidable one. Do t be surprised if defending champions hand over a handsome paycheck to talented fast bowler, who can also bat lower down order.

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Former New Zealand bowler, Shane Bond, who currently is a part of Mumbai Indians support staff, has in past expressed his admiration for Kyle Jamieson. ex-cricketer has stated that he will be keen to see how young bowler fares for Kiwi side during ir home season. He also reckoned that a string of impressive performances might make him one of most sought after candidates

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MI list of released players 2021 

y released seven of ir players, including IPL legend and recently-retired Lasith Malinga. Players like Mitch McClenaghan, James Pattinson, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Sherfane Rurford, Prince Balwant Rai and Digvijay Deshmukh were among ors who are a part of MI list of released players 2021. Here are 18 players retained by side -

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Kyle Jamieson height

Standing at a height of 6 feet 8 inches, player surely has an intimidating presence on cricket field. pacer has ability to extract extra bounce off surface and has used it to his advant in his international appearances for New Zealand. bowler also has tendency to swing new ball a long way, and his high release point makes it even more challenging for batters. 

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Kyle Jamieson stats in international cricket 

Kyle Jamieson stats make up for a staggering read. Having played only six Test matches so far, bowler has claimed 36 wickets in longer format. He also was adjudged as ‘Player of Series’ award against West Indies for his 11-wicket collection last year in December. player has three wickets in shortest format of game, as well as ODIs. 

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17:04 IST, February 15th 2021