New Delhi: As the Indian cricket team prepares for a two-Test series against Bangladesh next month, a notable absence is being speculated—Jasprit Bumrah, Indias leading fast bowler. This report sheds light on why Bumrah might be missing from the squad and outlines key adjustments made by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).Bumrahs likely absenceFollowing a significant break after the Sri Lanka series, the Indian cricket team is gearing up for the Bangladesh Test series, which marks the beginning of a demanding period of cricket. Despite the extended rest period, there are reports suggesting that Jasprit Bumrah may not be included in the squad for this series.According to the Indian Express, the primary reason for Bumrahs potential exclusion is the congested cricket calendar that lies ahead. The Bangladesh series, anticipated to favor spin over pace, combined with the return of Mohammed Shami, might lead the BCCI selectors to grant Bumrah additional rest. Bumrah has a history of injury-related breaks and underwent back surgery in March 2023 after being sidelined since September 2022.Adjustments to Duleep TrophyIn preparation for the Bangladesh series, the BCCI has made adjustments to the Duleep Trophy schedule to better accommodate top players. The tournaments opening match, originally set for Anantapur, has been relocated to Bengalurus M Chinnaswamy Stadium. This shift aims to ease logistical challenges, given Anantapurs limited connectivity and distance from Bengaluru.Top players, including Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, may be exempt from participating in the Duleep Trophy, though they have the option to play if they choose. The move is intended to provide key players with valuable red-ball practice ahead of the upcoming Test series.Upcoming test seriesIndias Test series against Bangladesh will commence on September 19 in Chennai, followed by the second match on September 27 in Kanpur. While Bumrahs participation remains uncertain, other prominent players like Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Kuldeep Yadav are expected to feature in the Duleep Trophy, either fully or partially.
