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Bumrah Out! Who Will Step Up for Team India in the Champions Trophy?

BCCI - Champions Trophy 2025 - Harshit Rana - Jasprit Bumrah - Lower Back Injury - Varun Chakravarthy

Jasprit Bumrah's absence from the Champions Trophy has left a significant void. Is Harshit Rana ready to fill his shoes?

In a shocking turn of events, India's cricket fans were hit with the news that premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will miss the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a back injury. The ace pacer, who has been a cornerstone of India's bowling attack, has not fully recovered from the discomfort he sustained during a test match against Australia earlier this year. Despite being named in the original squad, Bumrah's fitness has not improved in time for the tournament, scheduled to begin on February 19, a little over a week from now.

As the cricketing world braces for the tournament, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced that Harshit Rana will take Bumrah’s place in the squad. Rana, who is relatively new to the international scene, has big shoes to fill. Fans are eager to see if he can bring the same level of ferocity and precision that Bumrah has become known for. Meanwhile, the team management is also banking on a spin-heavy strategy to tackle opposing batsmen in Pakistan, where the tournament will be hosted.

Bumrah's absence raises several questions not just about the pace department but also the overall balance of the squad. His ability to bowl yorkers with pinpoint accuracy and deliver in clutch situations has helped India clinch many crucial victories. Without him, the Indian team may need to reassess its tactics and rely more heavily on its spinners, further emphasizing the role of bowlers like Varun Chakravarthy, who has been included as well.

In a competition where every inch counts, can the Indian team adjust quickly enough to counter the pressure? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: Bumrah's absence leaves a mark that won't be easy to fill. Interestingly, did you know that Jasprit Bumrah holds the Indian record for the most T20I wickets in a calendar year? His unique bowling style has garnered fans all over the globe. Let’s hope he makes a speedy recovery because cricket wouldn’t be the same without the magic of Jasprit Bumrah!

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Jasprit Bumrah set to miss India's Champions Trophy campaign (ESPNcricinfo.com)

In what is a significant jolt to India, Jasprit Bumrah, their premier fast bowler, is set to miss the 2025 Champions Trophy. ESPNcricinfo has learned that Bumrah is yet to completely recover from the discomfort in his back, an injury he picked up ...

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Bumrah Out! Who Will Step Up for Team India in the Champions Trophy?

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