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Jasprit Bumrah is set to provide a massive boost to the India National Cricket Team in the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka next month. After making an ODI comeback on the England tour, Jasprit Bumrah is ready for a Test comeback as well, as per a report in PTI.
India’s premier fast bowler was rested for the T20I series in Ireland and England, but he was brought back to the ODI squad for England, only to leave him injured. Amid this, Rohit Sharma's new look grabs attention as he meets Ravi Shastri in London.
Jasprit Bumrah ready to return for Sri Lanka Tests after injury scare
Jasprit Bumrah has missed the third and final ODI against England at Lord's because of an impact injury to his left knee with reactive swelling. However, after spending the past few weeks recovering and undergoing fitness assessments, Bumrah is now expected to be available for selection.
It is being said that Bumrah will be considered for the Sri Lanka tour, with India aiming to bounce back strongly in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2027 final race. He was added into the Test squad for the Sri Lanka subject on the fitness clearance, but now he cleared the fitness tests.
Bumrah set to be available for SL Tests
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Jasprit Bumrah declared fit by BCCI COE
Actually, Bumrah has been cleared by the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (COE) in Bengaluru to play in the upcoming crucial Test series in Sri Lanka after recovering from the impact injury he sustained during the second ODI series against England.
A senior BCCI official was quoted as saying by PTI on condition of anonymity, "Jasprit Bumrah has recovered from his impact injury. He has cleared the fitness tests mandated by the COE. Hopefully he will be available for both games, as he is integral to the team's plans.”
Jasprit Bumrah's return comes at perfect time as India chase 2027 WTC Final spot
Earlier, the fast bowler was rested for the one-off Test against Afghanistan at home as it was not part of the ICC WTC. The two-match Test series between India and Sri Lanka will get underway on August 15 in Galle, with the second and final match scheduled in Colombo from August 23.
Bumrah's return is a big boost for India's pace attack ahead of the Test series against Sri Lanka. The Indian team is currently fifth in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 points table and needs strong results to stay in the race for the 2027 final.
They would love to win the Sri Lanka Test series before the challenging away Test series in New Zealand later this year. Amid this, Ravichandran Ashwin picks India's 2027 World Cup squad; Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Bhuvneshwar Kumar IN.
Glenn McGrath gives big advice to Jasprit Bumrah on his Test career
Meanwhile, Australian pace great Glenn McGrath has advised Jasprit Bumrah to manage his workload carefully so he can play for many more years. Even he called the Indian pacer a "spring chicken".
McGrath was quoted as saying by NDTV: “Well again, it's up to him what he wants. How old's Bumrah now? 31-32? He's only a spring chicken. So, he's got to find a way to have a bit of longevity. He's had a few injuries unfortunately, but he's class, a quality bowler.
Just see what he wants to do. That's what it comes down to: whether he wants to focus on Test cricket or whether he just wants to play T20. It also depends on his body. And like I said, guys who hyper-extend their arm do place a bit more stress through that joint there. So, we'll see what the future holds.”
