Breaking hearts across the nation, BCCI confirmed Jasprit Bumrah will remain unavailable for the final three Tests of the England series, citing workload concerns and a minor niggle. The 18-member squad announced late last night includes largely the same faces, with Shubman Gill leading the side.
The squad features Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja in the batting core, while the pace attack will rely on Mohammed Siraj and Mukesh Kumar in Bumrah’s absence. Rishabh Pant, fit and in form, continues as the designated wicketkeeper.
Fans took to social media to express disappointment over Bumrah’s prolonged absence, with “#BumrahOut” trending within minutes of the news breaking. Many experts support the decision, however, arguing that managing Bumrah’s fitness is crucial for upcoming ICC tournaments.
Selectors defended the squad’s stability, saying the same group offers the best chance to build team chemistry. This announcement sets the stage for an intense finish to the series, with India needing their young pacers to step up big time.