Indian media reports suggest that the full extent of Bumrah’s injury is still unclear, and a decision on his participation in the Champions Trophy will depend on how serious the injury is
07 January, 2025
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Jasprit Bumrah's fitness has become a concern after he experienced back spasms towards the end of India's recent tour of Australia, causing him to miss bowling during the second innings of the fifth Test in Sydney. With the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy fast approaching in February-March, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering resting Bumrah for most of the upcoming white-ball series against England to ensure he is fully fit for the tournament.
Indian media reports suggest that the full extent of Bumrah’s injury is still unclear, and a decision on his participation in the Champions Trophy will depend on how serious the injury is. This issue has brought attention to Bumrah’s heavy workload and the increasing reliance on the 30-year-old pacer.
During the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Bumrah bowled 151.2 overs across five Tests, finishing as the leading wicket-taker with 32 wickets at an impressive average of 13.06, including three five-wicket hauls. If Bumrah has a Grade 1 injury, he may need two to three weeks to recover before returning to action. A Grade 2 injury could keep him out for up to six weeks, while a Grade 3 injury might require up to three months of rehabilitation.
India's next challenge is a five-match T20I series against England, starting on January 22, followed by three ODIs. Bumrah was expected to skip the T20I series but was supposed to play in at least two ODIs to prepare for the Champions Trophy. However, depending on the severity of his injury, he may miss the entire ODI series or feature in only one match.
The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy is set to begin on February 19, with India facing Bangladesh on February 20 in Dubai.
