Jasprit Bumrah
IPL 2025: Bumrah available for selection for MI-RCB game at Wankhede Stadium, says Jayawardene
"He's ready. He's training today and should be fit to play against RCB," Jayawardene said. "He came in last night, finished his sessions at the NCA (now CoE), and has been taken over by our physios. He's bowling in today's practice—so all is well."
Jasprit Bumrah Likely to Miss Early Matches of IPL 2025 for Mumbai Indians: Report
Bumrah, Player of the Series in Australia for his remarkable 32-wicket haul, was then excluded from India's Champions Trophy-winning tour despite being part of the initial squad. After undergoing back surgery in 2023, the pacer has been receiving rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru.
Watch| Jasprit Bumrah Shares Bowling Session Video from NCA Nets
The fast bowler posted a video on social media, which had him bowling in the nets. Posting with the caption "Progress every day" on Instagram, Bumrah generated much enthusiasm among the fans who have been waiting impatiently for his return to international cricket.
Bumrah Reflects on Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy Win: 'Saw My Childhood Heroes Earn This Honour
Looking back at the accomplishment, the 31-year-old stated, "It feels really good. As a kid, I'd watched some of my boyhood idols win this (Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy) award. Always a privilege when you receive such an honour."
Injured Bumrah Ruled Out of Champions Trophy, Harshit Rana Named Replacement
Additionally, Team India has included spinner Varun Chakaravarthy in the squad following his impressive performances in the recent five-match T20I series against England.
Bumrah Is India’s Ronaldo; Irreplaceable Until Necessary, Says Harmison
If Bumrah misses the ICC Champions Trophy due to injury, it will be similar to a FIFA World Cup without Ronaldo at his peak, according to Harmison.
Bumrah Receives Sir Garfield Sobers Award for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year
Bumrah became a part of the exclusive list of Indian cricketers who have enjoyed this privilege. His predecessors are none other than Rahul Dravid (2004), Sachin Tendulkar (2010), Ravichandran Ashwin (2016), and Virat Kohli (2017, 2018).
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