Bumrah's Absence: A Test Series Twist
Jasprit Bumrah is set to miss the series-deciding fifth Test against England to manage workload, with Akash Deep possibly replacing him. Despite a challenging fourth Test, Bumrah remains India's joint highest wicket-taker. Captain Shubman Gill's century contributed to India's dramatic draw in the series, currently trailing 1-2.
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India's pace spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah, is expected to sit out the decisive fifth Test against England to manage his workload, with Akash Deep poised to take his place, according to reports.
Bumrah appeared off-color during the fourth Test at Old Trafford and struggled with his pace, although he remains India's joint highest wicket-taker in the series. The Board of Control for Cricket in India's medical team suggested resting Bumrah to safeguard his future performances, as reported by ESPNCricinfo.
Coach Gautam Gambhir had not confirmed the team's lineup for the fifth Test post the match in Manchester. India's fightback in the fourth Test was led by centuries from Shubman Gill, Washington Sundar, and Ravindra Jadeja, ensuring a thrilling draw and keeping India in the series, albeit trailing 1-2 against England.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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