IND vs ENG: Injury rules Jasprit Bumrah out of 5th Test, not workload - all you need to know
India's premier fast bowler
Jasprit Bumrah
was ruled out of the fifth and final Test against England at The Oval, not for workload management, as initially speculated, but due to a knee injury. A report in Mumbai Mirror has confirmed that the decision was precautionary in nature.
The BCCI, in its July 31 release, simply stated: 'Bumrah has been released from India's squad for the fifth Test of the series against England.'
No mention of an injury was made at the time, prompting questions and criticism from some quarters.
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However, a BCCI official clarified the situation, saying: 'Unfortunately,
Bumrah
is suffering from a knee injury. The good thing is that it's not a major one and won't require surgery.
The BCCI medical team is currently awaiting his scan reports.'
The 31-year-old speedster is expected to begin his rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE).
Despite missing the final match, Bumrah had a strong series, claiming 14 wickets in three matches at an average of 26.00, including two five-wicket hauls. His most notable spell came in the fourth Test at Old Trafford, where he toiled for 33 overs on a flat pitch and returned figures of 2/112.
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Bumrah's absence in the crucial final Test stirred debate, especially given his injury history. After a long layoff due to a back stress fracture earlier this year, sustained during the New Year's Test in Sydney, this knee issue marks a fresh fitness concern.
Looking ahead, Bumrah's availability for the upcoming Asia Cup (starting September 9 in the UAE) and the October Test series against the West Indies remains uncertain, with updates expected soon.
Meanwhile, England edged closer to a series win on Sunday.
On Day 4 at The Oval, Joe Root (105) and Harry Brook (111) stitched a 195-run partnership, helping England reach 339/6, just 35 runs shy of their target.
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