IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Jasprit Bumrah could be handed a break for the Rajkot Test beginning on February 15.
In the realm of cricket, Jasprit Bumrah, renowned as India’s pace spearhead and hailed as the protagonist behind their triumph in the second Test versus England in Visakhapatnam, may be slated for a period of repose during the upcoming third Test match in Rajot, according to undisclosed sources. While no official proclamation has emanated from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), intelligence hints at the likelihood of the 30-year-old pace virtuoso being rested for the Rajkot encounter, aimed at optimizing his vigor amidst the arduous five-match Test series on home turf.
Bumrah’s stellar contributions in the Vizag Test, culminating in India’s triumph over England by a narrow margin of 1-6 runs, catapulted him to the pinnacle of recognition as the Player of the Match. His formidable six-wicket haul in the initial innings, coupled with a commendable 3/46 in the subsequent innings, paved the path for India’s pivotal victory following their setback in the series opener despite establishing a commanding 190-run lead. Nevertheless, as reported by Cricbuzz, discussions are purportedly underway between the national selectors and the team’s hierarchy, contemplating the prospect of affording Bumrah, an indispensable asset across all three formats of the game for India, a respite.