Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah likely to be rested for fourth Test against England
Ace Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah is likely to be rested for the fourth Test against England, starting from Friday, at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi, according to reports. Bumrah, who is the leading wicket-taker of the ongoing series with 17 scalps at an impressive average of 13.64, has already bowled 80.5 overs across the three games thus far. The Indian team will leave Rajkot on Tuesday, while Bumrah is unlikely to travel with the team. The decision to rest Bumrah is part of workload management by the Indian team, a Cricbuzz report said. His participation for the fifth Test could depend on the result of the fourth Test.
There is currently no indication whether the team management will opt for a replacement player for the fast bowler. However, in Bumrah’s absence, pacer Mukesh Kumar, who was earlier released from the squad for the third Test to participate in a Ranji game for Bengal, is expected to rejoin the team in Ranchi.
This decision to rest Bumrah comes as part of the Indian team’s strategy for workload management. With the fast bowler having already bowled a significant number of overs in the series, the team management is being cautious in order to ensure optimum performance from Bumrah in the upcoming matches.
The news of Bumrah’s likely rest has raised speculation about the team’s strategy and the potential impact on the upcoming Test match. As fans and cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the fourth Test, the absence of the leading wicket-taker will undoubtedly be a topic of discussion among cricket circles. With Bumrah’s impressive performance in the series so far, the decision to rest him is a bold move by the team management, signaling their focus on long-term player fitness and performance.
As preparations for the fourth Test intensify, all eyes will be on the Indian team management for any official announcement regarding Bumrah’s participation and the potential replacement player. With the series finely poised, the absence of a key player like Bumrah is sure to add an intriguing element to the upcoming Test match in Ranchi.
