Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness is currently a significant concern for the Indian cricket team as he may miss both the upcoming series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Injury Overview
Bumrah sustained a back spasm during the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. He left the field during Australia’s first innings and did not bowl in the second innings, prompting immediate medical attention. The severity of his injury remains uncertain, with initial reports suggesting it could be more serious than expected.
Impact on upcoming matches
- England Series: Bumrah is likely to miss the entire white-ball series against England, which starts on February 6. His absence was anticipated for the T20 matches, but it is now expected he will also be sidelined for the ODIs.
- Champions Trophy: The Champions Trophy begins on February 19, and Bumrah’s participation is in doubt. If his injury is classified as Grade 1, he might recover in time for later stages of the tournament. However, a Grade 2 or Grade 3 injury could extend his recovery period significantly, potentially ruling him out entirely.
Recovery Timeline
- Grade 1 Injury: Approximately 2-3 weeks of rehabilitation.
- Grade 2 Injury: Up to 6 weeks of recovery.
- Grade 3 Injury: Requires a minimum of 3 months for recovery.
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is closely monitoring Bumrah’s condition and will make a final decision after further medical assessments. There is hope that he could still be available for the knockout stages of the Champions Trophy if he misses the group matches.
