Bumrah’s Fitness in Focus as Indian Squad for Champions Trophy Announced
The Indian national cricket team is all set to embark on a new journey as the International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy is just around the corner. As the squad selection looms, attention is shifting to the fitness of Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who has been a vital cog in the Indian bowling machine. The Indian selectors are expected to announce the squad soon, and the fate of Bumrah’s participation hangs in the balance.
Jasprit Bumrah, who was instrumental in India’s Test series win against Australia, has been struggling with an injury that has kept him out of the ongoing IPL. Although, the 25-year-old has been making steady progress in his recovery, his availability for the Champions Trophy is still uncertain.
The selection committee, comprising of the Indian cricket board’s president Sourav Ganguly, former India all-rounder Jatin Paranjape, and former India opener, slated to meet on April 12 to finalize the squad. With the team’s preparation for the global event in full swing, the onus is on the selectors to pick the right combination to take on the best teams from around the world.
India’s entry into the tournament comes on the back of their impressive performance in the 2017 edition, where they finished as runners-up. This time around, the team would be eager to regain the title, given their current form and the strength of the squad.
In the absence of Bumrah, other seamers like Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Ishant Sharma, and Umesh Yadav are likely to step up and fill the void. However, Bumrah’s absence would be a significant blow to the team, considering his exceptional form and skillset.
The selection committee will also have to consider the options from the recently concluded IPL, where several Indian players have made a strong case for selection. Rajasthan Royals’ Sanju Samson, who hit a storming century off 54 balls against Mumbai Indians, could be a dark horse in the selection race. Other players like Shreyas Iyer, who has been in excellent form for Delhi Capitals, and with a century to his name, could also be in contention for inclusion.
As the Indian selectors are faced with this dilemma, it is crucial they make the right call to ensure the team is well-prepared for the Champions Trophy. While Bumrah’s fitness is a major concern, it is also important for the selectors to identify and incorporate fresh talent to strengthen the squad.
With the team’s morale high after a strong showing in the Test series against Australia, the onus is on the selectors to pick a well-balanced squad that can compete against the best teams in the world. With the Champions Trophy just around the corner, the wait is almost over, and the Indian fans will be eagerly waiting to see who makes the cut to represent their nation.
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