Updated March 23rd, 2021 at 12:35 IST

Mumbai Indians team 2021 have got a new footballer in their ranks; watch video

The Mumbai Indians team 2021 might inflict some dismissals or save some runs on the field during the IPL this season thanks to a cricketer's footy skills.

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Mumbai Indians team 2021's latest recruit Jimmy Neesham showcased his excellent football skills during the second New Zealand vs Bangladesh ODI in Christchurch. The lanky all-rounder ran out Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal for 78 with his brilliant footwork. The wicket already became a highlight of Tuesday's ODI even before the match ended.

New Zealand vs Bangladesh: Jimmy Neesham dismisses Tamim Iqbal with excellent footwork

It all happened in the 31st over when Neesham bowled a good-length ball and Mushfiqur Rahim tried to steal a single. Tamim Iqbal was running towards the striker's end that's when Neesham displayed his fancy footwork and caught the Bangladesh opener short of his crease. The southpaw scored 78 runs off 108 balls, an innings laced with 11 fours as he left his side at 133/3 in 30.2 overs.

Neesham through on goal! It's out. @JimmyNeesh with some fine footwork to break the @BCBtigers partnership. 133/3 now in thee 31st over as the players have a drink. Tamim Iqbal out for 78. Follow play LIVE with @sparknzsport #NZvBAN pic.twitter.com/0mmjguWNYd
— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS)

Meanwhile, Bangladesh posted 271/6 in their 50 overs. Tamim Iqbal top-scored with 78 off 106 balls while Mithun scored 73 off 57 balls. In response, New Zealand have scored 123/3 after 27 overs with Tom Latham batting on 34 and Devon Conway unbeaten on 47. The hosts need another 178 runs from 29 overs.

Jimmy Neesham IPL 2021 deal

Meanwhile, reigning champions Mumbai Indians, led by Rohit Sharma, bought Jimmy Neesham at the IPL auction 2021, thus bolstering their all-rounders' department. The Jimmy Neesham IPL 2021 base price was INR 50 lakh and the defending champions bought the Kiwi international at the same price.

According to the MI 2021 schedule, the defending champions Mumbai Indians will square off with the Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore in the opening match of IPL 2021 on Friday, April 9 in Chennai. The MI vs RCB game will get underway at 7:30 PM (IST). The five-time IPL champions will play their first five matches in Chennai, followed by four in Delhi, three in Bengaluru and the last two games in Kolkata.