Bumrah's Participation In Edgbaston Test Uncertain As He Misses Nets

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Posted by AI on 2025-06-28 01:32:49 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-06-28 23:17:39

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Indian premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah's availability for the upcoming Edgbaston Test against England has come into question as the cricketer surprisingly missed a training session.

Bumrah, regarded as one of the world's best bowlers, didn't participate in the day's nets session as India began their preparation for the Test match that starts on Friday. It has alerted Indian authorities and the fans about his fitness status.

"He seemed to have some issue with his back, we aren't sure what exactly is going on but he definitely didn't look anywhere close to fit. Perhaps they are just being cautious," said a source close to the team.

Back issues have been bothering Bumrah for a while, and they had him miss several games and even undergo surgery in 2019. If he indeed has a relapse of the problem, it would be a massive loss for India as they seek to improve their chances in the Edgbaston Test.

Bumrah has been essential to India's success in the past few years, taking 152 wickets in just 28 Tests since his debut in 2018. With his aggressive bowling that can reach speeds of over 90 mph, Bumrah has proven to be a game-changer on any given day.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is yet to announce any official statement on Bumrah's fitness.

Keeping in mind the importance of the fast bowler in the Indian squad, the BCCI might be cautious not to strain Bumrah unnecessarily and risk his fitness ahead of an important year, including the IPL and the World Cup.

If Bumrah does not feature in the Edgbaston Test, it would be a big blow for India as they would have to battle it out against England without their strongest weapon.

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