In New Zealand, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Rowan Schouten will evaluate Jasprit Bumrah’s back problem. In addition, a consultation visit will be scheduled based on his report and comments. In order to be fit for the Champions Trophy 2025, the elite pacer is rushing. India’s 15-man roster for the international competition includes him. On the other hand, if the speedster doesn’t recover in time, India can change.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly already organizing a Bumrah backup. Given the right-arm seamer’s recent spectacular form, this is undoubtedly worrisome news for Indian fans worldwide. The selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, chose Mohammed Shami, who recently returned to competitive cricket after overcoming a catastrophic injury, over Mohammed Siraj, who was left out of the Champions Trophy squad. Another pacer who has been included in the squad is Arshdeep Singh.
In addition to the Champions Trophy team, Bumrah was selected for India vs. England’s third One-Day International. He probably won’t be involved in the fight, though. For the first two ODIs, Harshit Rana has already been selected for the team. The Delhi pacer may be selected for both the Champions Trophy and the third ODI if Bumrah is unable to recover in time. Sources, however, indicated that Siraj’s background might allow him to return.
“Schouten is in contact with the BCCI medical team in New Zealand. The board had also arranged for Bumrah to travel to New Zealand. However, that still hasn’t occurred. A BCCI insider informed TOI, “The selectors are aware that it will be a miracle if Bumrah proves to be 100% fit within the allotted time.
The fact that Jasprit Bumrah had surgery after missing the 2022 T20 World Cup should not be overlooked.
throughout the three-week offloading period, the fast bowlers who played the most matches throughout the Test season, including India’s vice-captain, were urged to refrain from engaging in any physically demanding activities. This included basic fitness training.
“His New Zealand physician will be informed of the reports. Bumrah’s trip to New Zealand will be contingent upon the response. Given his long-term relevance, the board and Bumrah himself are unwilling to put in a lot of effort,” the insider claimed.
Only when everything is finished will the selectors know if he is prepared to take the field. The selectors must have a contingency plan in place for him. The insider continued, “If Bumrah makes it, it will be a miracle.”
February 19 is when the Champions Trophy starts. India’s opening game versus Bangladesh is scheduled for February 20. February 6 marks the start of the India vs. England ODI series.
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