Jasprit Bumrah workload management News

Bumrah, who is currently No. 1 in the ICC Men’s Test Bowling Rankings, has played 91 Test innings and taken 219 wickets. Patil’s strong words sparked heated debate online. Patil who chaired the selection panel between 2012 and 2016 and was the one to hand Bumrah his maiden opportunity on an away series to Australia.

The 2025 Asia Cup is just around the corner, but several key Indian players might not feature in the tournament due to injuries, workload management, or selection decisions. Here’s a look at the five notable names who could miss out.   

Ahead of the five-Test series, Bumrah had already informed the BCCI management, captain Shubman Gill, and head coach Gautam Gambhir that he would participate in only three matches. Rahane, who led India to a memorable 2-1 Test series win in Australia in 2020-21, spoke highly of Bumrah’s decision-making. Bumrah was released from the squad on Day 2 of the final Test at the Oval, which India won in thrilling fashion by six runs.

Indian cricket team last played a T20I series in February 2025 and players then represented their respective IPL franchises. They are now set to return to T20Is at the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, which will be played from September 9 in the UAE. With no T20I series scheduled before Asia Cup 2025, the performance of players during the IPL 2025 performances will play a key role in team selection. Let's take a look at Mumbai Indians players who could be picked in the India's squad for the Asia Cup 2025:

BCCI set to revise Jasprit Bumrah's workload policy after England Test series, prioritizing full-series fitness clearance to manage injuries and ensure long-term availability.

Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the series-deciding 5th Test against England at The Oval due to workload management, with Akash Deep likely to replace him in India's playing XI.

Jasprit Bumrah is fit and available for India’s 2nd Test against England at Edgbaston, but team management is undecided on playing him due to a pre-planned workload strategy. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed Bumrah may only play three of the five Tests to avoid injury recurrence. Despite a strong performance in the first Test (5/83), Bumrah might be rested to prioritize long-term fitness. Young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy could debut if Bumrah is benched. The final decision will consider pitch conditions and overall series strategy, with India trailing 0-1 and looking to level the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

Jasprit Bumrah is expected to be rested due to workload management. Bumrah, widely considered India’s most crucial asset in this series, bowled a mammoth 44 overs in the first Test at Headingley. Arshdeep Singh presents a compelling case for selection in Bumrah's absence.

Jasprit Bumrah will be a key figure for India during the upcoming five match Test series in England starting June 20. Bumrah's ability to exploit the Dukes ball and swinging conditions makes him pivotal and his performance can dictate India's fate on the England tour. During the upcoming India vs England Test Series, Bumrah can create multiple records with his dominating performances with the ball. Here's list of three records which Bumrah can create during IND vs ENG Test series:

Harbhajan Singh questions Shreyas Iyer’s exclusion from India’s Test squad for the 2025 England series and backs Sai Sudharsan as the ideal No. 3 in the new-look team.

Arshdeep Singh is poised for his maiden Test call-up as India gears up for the England series, adding a much-needed left-arm pace option to the squad.

Jasprit Bumrah, India’s pace spearhead, has been a game-changer with his lethal yorkers and match-winning spells. However, his journey has been marred by recurring injuries that have sidelined him at crucial moments. From a thumb fracture in 2018 to a back spasm in 2025, Bumrah has battled multiple setbacks, often raising concerns about his longevity. Yet, his relentless comebacks have cemented his status as one of cricket’s finest fast bowlers. With the Champions Trophy 2025 around the corner, his fitness remains a key talking point. Here’s a closer look at how injuries have shaped—and tested—his career.