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Mumbai bolster squad with Rutherford’s power

Published:Saturday | November 15, 2025 | 12:20 AM
Gujarat Titans batsman Sherfane Rutherford plays a shot during his innings of 46 against the Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad yesterday.
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Gujarat Titans batsman Sherfane Rutherford plays a shot during his innings of 46 against the Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad yesterday.

MUMBAI, India (CMC):

THE MUMBAI Indians (MI) have moved swiftly in the trading window, acquiring explosive West Indies all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford from the Gujarat Titans (GT) ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

In a straight-cash deal, MI secured Rutherford’s services for US$293,000, the exact sum GT paid for him in the previous auction.

This trade marks a return to familiar territory for the 27-year-old, who was part of MI’s triumphant 2020 championship squad, though he didn’t take the field during their title run.

Rutherford is now set to represent his fourth active IPL franchise, having previously played for the Delhi Capitals (2019), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (2022), and most recently, the Gujarat Titans.

The move comes on the back of a standout season for Rutherford with GT, where he finally secured a consistent run in the playing eleven.

He featured in 13 matches, amassing 291 runs at an impressive average of 32.22 and a blistering strike rate of 157.29, showcasing the kind of game-changing ability that makes him a valuable asset.

Rutherford’s IPL career has been one of steady growth. First picked up by Delhi Capitals in 2019, he has since been a part of several successful campaigns from the sidelines, including a second title with Kolkata Knight Riders in 2024, where he was again an unused squad member.

His prolific form in various T20 leagues around the world, including the Caribbean Premier League, Pakistan Super League, and Bangladesh Premier League, eventually earned him his biggest IPL payday with GT.