Jasprit Bumrah's comeback on horizon: Major boost for team India?

Team India has received a significant boost as star pacer Jasprit Bumrah edges closer to returning to the field. His absence has been keenly felt during the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy, with Mohammed Shami and young Harshit Rana currently leading the bowling attack. Hardik Pandya has also taken on the role of a third seamer. Despite not having Bumrah available, India clinched a semifinal berth by defeating both Bangladesh and Pakistan in the league stage.

India prepares for semifinals on March 4

As they gear up for the pivotal semifinal match scheduled for March 4, India will first compete against New Zealand in their final league game on March 2. In an encouraging development, Bumrah has been spotted bowling in practice sessions, indicating his possible return to action. He has shared progress updates from his training efforts, sparking optimism among fans and team officials.

Bumrah’s return could prove crucial

Jasprit Bumrah has made his mark as one of the premier bowlers in international cricket. Recently, he was awarded both Cricketer of the Year and Test Cricketer of the Year honors for 2024 thanks to outstanding performances that included taking 32 wickets during Australia's Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Additionally, he played an instrumental role in helping India win T20 World Cup 2024, demonstrating versatility across all formats of cricket.

Recovery process at NCA under BCCI oversight

At present, Bumrah is undergoing rehabilitation at Bengaluru's National Cricket Academy (NCA). He had traveled to Dubai to observe the highly anticipated matchup between India and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy while receiving his ICC awards from Jay Shah.

Bumrah encountered a back spasm during Australia’s Sydney Test which kept him from bowling in that match's second innings; this injury led to his prolonged absence from international play. The medical team of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is diligently overseeing his recovery and fitness status.]