Jasprit Bumrah's Availability in Doubt as India Weighs Options for Second Test Against England

Jasprit Bumrah's Availability in Doubt as India Weighs Options for Second Test Against England

 09:05 16/08/2025

Following a defeat at Headingley, India contemplates whether to field Jasprit Bumrah for the second Test, despite workload management plans limiting his appearances. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirms Bumrah's availability, but the decision hinges on long-term strategy. Nitish Kumar Reddy might debut, offering balance if Bumrah rests, highlighting India's focus on sustained success.
Edgbaston Test, India's playing XI puzzle: Bumrah's uncertainty, Kuldeep-Washington face-off, NKR poised for comeback

Edgbaston Test, India's playing XI puzzle: Bumrah's uncertainty, Kuldeep-Washington face-off, NKR poised for comeback

 09:05 16/08/2025

India’s Edgbaston Test selection hinges on Bumrah’s fitness and the spin combination. Dry conditions favour two spinners, with Sundar, Jadeja, and Kuldeep vying for spots. Kuldeep’s X-factor could be crucial if Bumrah is rested. The team faces a tricky balance between batting depth and wicket-taking potency.
IND vs ENG: Rishabh Pant eyes to overtake Virat Kohli in elite Test list

IND vs ENG: Rishabh Pant eyes to overtake Virat Kohli in elite Test list

 04:05 12/08/2025

Rishabh Pant aims to surpass Virat Kohli's record of Test centuries against England in the upcoming Edgbaston Test. Following his impressive performance in the first Test, Pant needs one more century to overtake Kohli and equal Mohammed Azharuddin's record.
Azharuddin Calls for India to Sharpen Bowling Attack, Reduce Reliance on Bumrah in England Test

Azharuddin Calls for India to Sharpen Bowling Attack, Reduce Reliance on Bumrah in England Test

 04:05 10/08/2025

Mohammad Azharuddin has cautioned India against over-relying on Jasprit Bumrah and suggested including Kuldeep Yadav for the second Test against England. He emphasised the need for a more varied bowling attack to support Bumrah. Azharuddin defended Shubman Gill's captaincy, urging patience and support for the new captain despite the team's batting collapse and defeat in the first Test.
Olympic Champion Neeraj Chopra Tips Jasprit Bumrah for Javelin Success

Olympic Champion Neeraj Chopra Tips Jasprit Bumrah for Javelin Success

 05:05 29/07/2025

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra believes Jasprit Bumrah possesses the fitness and strength to excel in javelin throw, highlighting the crossover of athletic abilities. Bumrah's impressive 2024 performance includes 78 wickets in 15 Test matches, leading all fast bowlers globally in wickets and overs bowled.
India Eyes Series Turnaround; Prasidh Krishna Confident Despite Bumrah's Managed Workload

India Eyes Series Turnaround; Prasidh Krishna Confident Despite Bumrah's Managed Workload

 04:05 28/07/2025

India faced a setback in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy's first Test against England, with coach Gautam Gambhir committed to managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload, limiting him to three matches. Prasidh Krishna sees this as an opportunity, emphasizing team unity and learning from senior players like Bumrah.
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