Jasprit Bumrah Allowed Potential Rest for 4th Test in Ranchi

It’s now break time for Jasprit Bumrah in 4th test match. The Indian pacer who was part of the last concluded 3rd test match in Rajkot, Jasprit Bumrah may allowed to be rested for 4th Test in Ranchi to the upcoming test match that will scheduled to happen in Ranchi. Whether he will play the 5th & final Test in Dharamsala is a decision for later and could depend on the outcome of the 4th Test starting on Friday, February 23.

The Indian team already flew out of Rajkot on Tuesday (February 20) and Bumrah is unlikely to travel with the team. He will probably drive down to Ahmedabad 4 hour’s drive from Rajkot on Monday itself to spend some quality time with his loved ones and family members. There is no confirmed information of any other player skipping the next Test yet.

The decision to rest Jasprit Bumrah is part of workload management by the Indian team management. Jasprit Bumrah who is the leading wicket-taker of this ongoing Test Series (17 wickets at an average of 13.64 in 3 Tests) yet so far has already bowled down 80.5 overs in three games so far.

As we already seen in 2nd Test match team management rested Mohammad Siraj similarly in Visakhapatnam Test. There is no immediate information if team management will require a replacement for Bumrah. Mukesh Kumar another fast bowler who is part of 2nd test match may play in place of Bumrah in 4th Test. Mukesh Kumar who was released from the third Test Match so that he could take part in the Ranji Game for his state Bengal will soon rejoin the squad in Ranchi. India also has the services of another Bengal seamer Akash Deep available having given the 27-year-old his maiden call-up to the squad ahead of the Rajkot test.

It is understood the team management and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are waiting on the fitness update of K.L. Rahul for an upcoming remaining test. The Karnataka stylish batsman was to join the squad in Rajkot by Saturday with team members but has not reached here from NCA Bengaluru. It is not clear if he has regained full fitness yet. Before 3rd test sources from BCCI had said that Rahul was still only 90 percent fit.

R Ashwin is traveling with the team to Ranchi Test for 4th match. The ace spinner had to temporarily leave in between the 3rd test of the Rajkot match to attend to his ailing mother in Chennai and rejoined the team members in the Rajkot test 4th innings he bowl also in that innings and took a wicket. The BCCI had chartered a flight for him for his sudden Chennai visit for medical emergency and timely return.

Jasprit Bumrah Allowed Potential Rest for 4th Test in Ranchi

Jasprit Bumrah Allowed Potential Rest for 4th Test in Ranchi

Introduction:

As the cricketing world gears up for the fourth Test match between India and [Opponent] in Ranchi, one of the major talking points revolves around the potential resting of star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah. With India leading the series, the management’s decision to potentially rest Bumrah raises eyebrows and sparks discussions among fans and pundits alike. In this blog post, we delve into the reasons behind this decision and its potential implications.

Importance of Jasprit Bumrah:

Jasprit Bumrah has established himself as one of the premier fast bowlers in international cricket. His unique action, pinpoint accuracy, and ability to generate pace and movement make him a potent weapon in all conditions. Bumrah’s impact extends beyond just taking wickets; he often sets the tone for India’s bowling attack and applies pressure on opposition batsmen, which can be crucial in Test matches.

Factors Leading to Rest:

The decision to potentially rest Bumrah for the fourth Test in Ranchi is likely influenced by several factors. Firstly, workload management has become a critical aspect of modern cricket, especially for fast bowlers who put tremendous strain on their bodies. Bumrah has been a regular fixture across formats for India, and with the ICC T20 World Cup looming, the team management may prioritize his fitness and freshness.