Mon Mar 31 14:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Mumbai Indians Give Debut to Young Paceman Ashwani Kumar
**Mumbai, India** – The Mumbai Indians (MI) are showcasing a commitment to youth in the IPL 2025 season, giving opportunities to several unproven domestic talents. Following the earlier debuts of Andhra Pradesh bowler Satyanarayana Raju and Kerala left-arm pacer Vignesh Puthur, MI has now handed a debut to Punjab’s left-arm fast bowler Ashwani Kumar. Kumar’s inclusion against the Kolkata Knight Riders marks a clear strategy by MI to invest in young, promising players. While details on Kumar’s specific bowling style and career trajectory are limited in the provided text, his selection indicates a belief in his potential to become a key asset for the franchise. The team, having retained its core players, is aiming for its sixth IPL title this season. This focus on youth development contrasts with the unrelated news of the arrest of a different Ashwini Kumar (Kukku), a Shiv Sena leader in Punjab, who was arrested for a separate incident involving a shooting plot.
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