The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has postponed the announcement of the preliminary squad for the Champions Trophy, awaiting updates on Bumrah's fitness alongside Kuldeep Yadav. Although selectors have agreed to include both players in the squad, there are indications that Bumrah may miss the group-stage matches of the tournament. His injury, characterized by swelling in the back, necessitates further treatment at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, which could also result in his absence from the ODI series against England next month.
Bumrah's absence would significantly weaken India's bowling attack, with former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir commenting that the team would be reduced to 40-50 percent of its strength without him. In 2024, Bumrah had a stellar season, leading international cricket with 86 wickets in 21 matches at an average of 13.76, and was named Player of the Tournament in the T20 World Cup for his outstanding performance.
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