Jasprit Bumrah's Return Sparks Debate: Can India Harness His T20I Magic?
Ex-cricketer Mohammed Kaif defends Jasprit Bumrah's return to India's T20I squad while expressing disappointment over Mohammed Siraj's omission. India's Asia Cup journey kicks off against UAE on September 10 in Dubai, with matches against Pakistan and Oman to follow. The tournament concludes with a final on September 28.
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Following the announcement of India's Asia Cup squad, former Indian cricketer Mohammed Kaif enthusiastically greeted Jasprit Bumrah's return to the T20I setup. This comes after his mixed performance in England due to fitness struggles.
Bumrah's comeback, after focusing on red-ball cricket, especially drew attention during last year's tours of Australia and England. Despite impressive record-breaking achievements, concerns about his new-ball success and fitness raised doubts about his suitability for the T20I Asia Cup.
Kaif defends Bumrah as a 'promising diamond,' stating his frequent match-winning performances across formats. While Kaif critiques the oversight of Mohammed Siraj, his return to form makes his absence in the squad notable. India's Asia Cup campaign begins with a clash against the UAE, followed by high-stakes matches against Pakistan and Oman in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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