Bumrah, Akash Won’t Play Together in Remaining Eng Tests: Report
The Indian cricket team is facing a major setback ahead of the crucial Manchester Test against England, as pacer Akash Deep is doubtful to participate in the match due to a back problem. According to a report, Jasprit Bumrah, who was already expected to play only three Tests, is unlikely to feature alongside Akash Deep in the remaining two Tests.
“Bumrah and Akash won’t be playing together in the remaining two Tests. Bumrah [was to play] only three Tests and now with Akash’s back niggle, we cannot see them playing together,” a source was quoted as saying.
The news comes as a significant blow to the Indian team, which is already struggling to maintain its pace attack. Akash Deep, who was called up to the squad amid injury concerns, had been expected to partner Bumrah in the Manchester Test. However, it seems that the 24-year-old pacer’s back problem has ruled him out of the match.
The Indian team management has been cautious with Akash Deep’s fitness, and it remains to be seen whether he will recover in time to feature in the remaining Tests. In the meantime, Anshul Kamboj, a left-arm pacer, has been called in to join the squad as cover for the injured Akash Deep.
Bumrah, who has been India’s leading pacer in the series so far, was always expected to play only three Tests. However, his presence alongside Akash Deep would have been a significant boost to the Indian team’s pace attack. With Akash Deep’s back problem, the Indian team will have to rely on other bowlers to take the wickets and win the series.
The Manchester Test is a do-or-die situation for the Indian team, which is currently trailing 1-2 in the five-match series. A loss in the Manchester Test would mean that the series is all but over, and the Indian team would have to regroup and recharge for the next Test series.
The Indian team management has been working hard to ensure that the team is prepared for the Manchester Test. The team has been training hard, and the players have been putting in extra effort to improve their game. However, the absence of Akash Deep and the uncertainty surrounding Bumrah’s participation would still be a major concern for the team.
The Indian team is expected to announce its squad for the Manchester Test soon, and it will be interesting to see whether Akash Deep is included in the squad despite his back problem. The team will also be looking to Bumrah, who has been in good form throughout the series, to lead the pace attack and help the team win the series.
In conclusion, the news of Akash Deep’s back problem and the uncertainty surrounding Bumrah’s participation is a significant setback for the Indian team. The team will have to regroup and recharge for the Manchester Test, and it remains to be seen whether they can overcome the injury concerns and win the series.
