Injury Woes: Indian Seamers Battle Fitness Crisis Amidst England Series

In a critical situation during the ongoing series against England, former cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar has raised concerns about the persistent fitness issues plaguing Indian seamers. Speaking ahead of India's crucial match in Manchester, Manjrekar stressed that long-term fitness struggles have become a 'serious issue' for the Indian pace attack.

Amidst injury concerns, Akash Deep, who shone in India's historic Edgbaston win, faces a groin injury, adding to India's woes. Arshdeep Singh's maiden Test debut is uncertain due to a hand injury sustained in Beckenham. To address the dwindling pace resources, Anshul Kamboj has joined the squad in Manchester. Akash's setbacks continued after a previous injury during India's Australia tour sidelined him for months.

Manjrekar emphasized the need for better workload management and cited the example of star bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who is selectively participating in the series due to previous back issues. The fitness crisis extends to young talents like Mayank Yadav, whose promising career has been marred by injuries, despite a substantial IPL contract. The recurring problem has become a pressing issue for Indian cricket.

(With inputs from agencies.)