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India.com
15 hours ago
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'If you want him to have a long career...': Bhuvneshwar Kumar breaks silence on Jasprit Bumrah's workload debate
Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah Star India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has backed Jasprit Bumrah , amid the ongoing debate around the star pacer's workload management. The team management's decision to only include Bumrah in three of the five Test matches ahead of the 2025 Anderson –Tendulkar Trophy match against England sparked intense discussion among cricket fans and former players alike. Bhuvneshwar Kumar backed Bumrah amid workload discussions While speaking on the podcast 'Talk with Manvendra', Bhuvneshwar supported the decision, highlighting the heavy physical and mental challenges that pacers have to endure. 'Look, considering how many years Jasprit Bumrah has been playing and competing in all formats, it is tough for anyone to sustain that. And with the kind of bowling action Bumrah has, injuries can happen to him or to anyone,' he said. Bhuvneshwar further pointed out that a player's impact isn't defined by the number of matches they play. 'I had no problem with him playing three out of five matches. If the selectors know what he can offer and are okay with it, it's because they know he can still make a big impact in those three games. If a player might not play all five matches but will contribute significantly in three, that should be okay,' he explained. Bhuvneshwar highlighted that Bumrah carries immense expectations As India's most valuable player in all formats, Bumrah undoubtedly bears the weight of expectations from both the team's management and supporters. 'People don't always understand how tough it is to keep playing for so many years across formats. Bumrah is always bowling in tough situations, which brings both mental and physical pressure. If you want a player to have a long career, you have to manage them somehow,' Bhuvneshwar added Bumrah picked 14 wickets in the three Test matches against England, which also included two five-wicket haul. While reflecting on Bumrah's journey, Bhuvneshwar said, 'When he first came in, everyone could see there was something special. Skill-wise, nothing has changed — he was as good back then as he is now. But with years of performance comes confidence. Once you are established, you don't panic if things go wrong. That maturity comes with age.'
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Bumrah receives pace colleague Bhuvneshwar's backing in workload debate: 'People don't always understand...'
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has come to Jasprit Bumrah's defence at a time when India's premier fast bowler is facing criticism for sitting out of two games in the five-Test series in England, including the series finale at The Oval. Jasprit Bumrah received the support of pace colleague Bhuvneshwar Kumar on the workload debate, with the latter stating that such a step is necessary in order to prolong the career of an individual who is widely regarded as India's greatest fast bowler. Bumrah has been facing flak for sitting out of two matches out of five in the high-profile Test series against England recently, including the series finale at The Oval. In his absence, fellow pacer Mohammed Siraj stepped up and bowled the Shubman Gill-led visitors to a thrilling 6-run victory on a dramatic final day. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Siraj was hailed for being a workhorse in the tour, playing all five Tests and sending down 1,113 deliveries to finish as the series' leading wicket-taker with 23 wickets. Bumrah, meanwhile, finished fourth in the wicket-takers' list with 14 wickets at an average of 26, and faced some criticism for not having as much of an impact on the series despite collecting two five-fors – both coming in defeats. 'He can still make a big impact in those three games' Bhuvneshwar cited Bumrah's unique bowling action that put pressure on his back as well as the number of years he has been representing India across formats besides the Indian Premier League as reasons warranting careful management of his workload. 'Look, considering how many years Jasprit Bumrah has been playing and competing in all formats, it is tough for anyone to sustain that. And with the kind of bowling action Bumrah has, injuries can happen to him or to anyone,' 'Bhuvi' said on the Talk with Manvendra podcast. 'I had no problem with him playing three out of five matches. If the selectors know what he can offer and are okay with it, it's because they know he can still make a big impact in those three games. If a player might not play all five matches but will contribute significantly in three, that should be okay,' added the 35-year-old, who had recently starred in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's title-winning campaign. Bhuvneshwar cites 'mental and physical pressure' of bowling in tough situations Bhuvneshwar also reminded followers of the game the number of times Bumrah bowled his team to victory in crunch situations, and the kind of 'mental and physical pressure' that it put the 31-year-old under. 'People don't always understand how tough it is to keep playing for so many years across formats. Bumrah is always bowling in tough situations, which brings both mental and physical pressure. If you want a player to have a long career, you have to manage them somehow,' added Bhuvneshwar, who was part of the Indian attack during Bumrah's debut Test tour – in South Africa in 2018. Bumrah's workload is being managed carefully ever since he suffered a back injury towards the end of the five-Test series in Australia in January after playing every game in the tour, finishing as the leading wicket-taker by a fair distance (32 wickets at an average of 13.06). The injury, however, caused him to be sidelined for the next three months, leading to fears that another such scenario could potentially signal the end of his career. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Bhuvneshwar Kumar shuts down Jasprit Bumrah's 'workload' debate: 'If you want him to have a long career...'
India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has come out in strong support of Jasprit Bumrah as the spotlight on the star bowler's workload management continues to dominate discussions. Ahead of the 2025 Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy against England, the team management decided that Bumrah would feature in only three of the five Tests, a move that immediately sparked widespread debate among fans and former cricketers alike. Jasprit Bumrah picked 14 wickets in the three Tests he played on England tour.(Action Images via Reuters) Speaking on the podcast Talk with Manvendra, Bhuvneshwar offered a robust defence of the decision, emphasising the physical and mental demands placed on fast bowlers. "Look, considering how many years Jasprit Bumrah has been playing and competing in all formats, it is tough for anyone to sustain that. And with the kind of bowling action Bumrah has, injuries can happen to him or to anyone," he said. Bhuvneshwar added that playing fewer matches does not necessarily limit a player's impact. "I had no problem with him playing three out of five matches. If the selectors know what he can offer and are okay with it, it's because they know he can still make a big impact in those three games. If a player might not play all five matches but will contribute significantly in three, that should be okay," he explained. On pressure of expectations Being India's most bankable asset with the ball across formats, Bumrah justifiably carries the pressure of expectations from fans and the team management alike. Bhuvneshwar spoke about the same in detail, too. "People don't always understand how tough it is to keep playing for so many years across formats. Bumrah is always bowling in tough situations, which brings both mental and physical pressure. If you want a player to have a long career, you have to manage them somehow," said the Indian fast bowler, who shared the dressing room with Bumrah for many years during the latter's formative years in international cricket. The faith placed in Bumrah paid off handsomely, as he claimed 14 wickets in his three appearances against England, including two five-wicket hauls, proving his ability to make a decisive impact even when rested strategically. Reflecting on Bumrah's journey from a promising newcomer to India's frontline pacer, Bhuvneshwar said: 'When he first came in, everyone could see there was something special. Skill-wise, nothing has changed — he was as good back then as he is now. But with years of performance comes confidence. Once you are established, you don't panic if things go wrong. That maturity comes with age.'
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
'People don't understand ...': India pacer weighs in on workload call, defends Jasprit Bumrah playing only three matches in England
Jasprit Bumrah NEW DELHI: India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has thrown his weight behind Jasprit Bumrah amid the ongoing debate over the star fast bowler's workload management. Ahead of the 2025 Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy against England, the selectors decided that Bumrah would play only three of the five Tests — a move that sparked widespread discussion. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Speaking on the podcast Talk with Manvendra, Bhuvneshwar offered a strong defence of the decision. "Look, considering how many years Jasprit Bumrah has been playing and competing in all formats, it is tough for anyone to sustain that. And with the kind of bowling action Bumrah has, injuries can happen to him or to anyone," he said. Poll Do you agree with the selectors' decision to allow Bumrah to play only three out of five Tests? Yes, it's a smart move for his longevity No, he should play all matches "I had no problem with him playing three out of five matches. If the selectors know what he can offer and are okay with it, it's because they know he can still make a big impact in those three games. If a player might not play all five matches but will contribute significantly in three, that should be okay," he added. Bhuvneshwar highlighted the physical and mental demands Bumrah faces. "People don't always understand how tough it is to keep playing for so many years across formats. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If Your Ears Ring, Stop Sleeping Like This Immediately Derila Ergo Undo Bumrah is always bowling in tough situations, which brings both mental and physical pressure. If you want a player to have a long career, you have to manage them somehow." Bumrah repaid the faith in style, bagging 14 wickets in his three appearances against England, including two five-wicket hauls. Reflecting on Bumrah's journey, Bhuvneshwar said: "When he first came in, everyone could see there was something special. Skill-wise, nothing has changed — he was as good back then as he is now. But with years of performance comes confidence. Once you are established, you don't panic if things go wrong. That maturity comes with age." With 207 international matches and 457 wickets to his name, Bumrah remains a cornerstone of India's attack. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
'We've matured. Things are different now': Bhuvneshwar Kumar on how Virat Kohli has changed over the years
Virat Kohli and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has seen plenty of change in Virat Kohli — both as a cricketer and as a person. Fresh from playing a pivotal role in RCB's historic IPL 2025 triumph, the 35-year-old opened up on how his conversations with the star batter have shifted from playful banter to family matters. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Speaking on the podcast Talk with Manvendra, Bhuvneshwar revealed that the bond between him and Kohli has matured with time. Poll Do you believe that personal relationships affect team performance? Yes, they enhance performance No, they do not matter It depends on the individuals 'Things are different now. When we meet these days, we talk more about family or off-the-ground matters because everyone has a family now. We talk about how we are doing in life other than cricket. Earlier, when we weren't married and were younger, it was more about the usual fun and jokes boys have. So that's where the change has come,' Bhuvneshwar said. On the field, however, he insisted professionalism remains the driving force. 'We never really need that bond to perform well. If RCB has picked me, Virat, or any other player, they want us to perform regardless of friendship. Everyone knows what they have to do on the ground. But off the ground, of course, things have changed. We've matured, we've grown older, so now the conversations are different,' he added. Bhuvneshwar enjoyed a strong season, taking 17 wickets in 14 matches, while Kohli amassed 657 runs in 15 innings. The pacer also lauded Rajat Patidar 's leadership during RCB's title-winning run. 'The best part was that since it was such an experienced team, Rajat didn't have to do much. Where leadership was needed, he took decisions without hesitation. That's a quality — knowing when to step in and when to let things be,' Bhuvneshwar said. He credited RCB's balanced contributions for breaking their 18-year title drought. 'This time, the biggest difference was that all players in the XI won matches at different times, in different situations. You can't win a big tournament relying on just one or two players. Bowlers stepped up in some games, batters in others. In every stage, a new player emerged to win it for us,' he concluded. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
