Jasprit Bumrah’s Absence Sparks Questions

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Jasprit Bumrah was excluded from India’s squad for the ODI series against England, raising concerns about his availability for the Champions Trophy 2025.

Team India’s star pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against England starting this month, casting uncertainty over his participation in the Champions Trophy 2025. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed his exclusion in a press release on Thursday but provided no explanation for the decision, sparking criticism over lack of transparency.

Bumrah, 31, suffered a back spasm during the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 and did not bowl in the second innings. He underwent scans immediately, with his availability for the England series and Champions Trophy initially labelled “sceptical.” However, selectors later included him in both squads, clarifying he would only play the third ODI as part of his recovery. The latest update, however, confirms his complete withdrawal from the England ODIs.

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra questioned the sudden omission, calling it “bizarre” due to the absence of clear communication. “When the press release came for the rejig in the Indian team, Varun Chakaravarthy had been added. The news is not about the addition but whose name is not there. The discussion is more about someone’s absence than someone else’s presence,” Chopra said on his YouTube channel.

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Chopra further added, “Jasprit Bumrah’s name was there when the Champions Trophy squad was announced, and it was also said that he would be available for the third match when the ODI team was announced. However, if you see the squad that has been announced now, Bumrah’s name has been omitted. There is no explanation. There is no communication as to why Bumrah’s name is not there.”

The development leaves India’s pace attack weakened ahead of the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, where Bumrah’s experience in high-pressure games would have been critical. Fans and experts now await further updates on his fitness, with the BCCI yet to address concerns publicly.

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Last Updated on February 5, 2025