There is a good chance that Jasprit Bumrah will be selected for the playing XI for the second Twenty20 International that will be played against Australia. This would provide him the opportunity to receive some valuable game time. The last time Bumrah played was on July 14, against England. It was a surprise that he wasn’t included in the team for the first Twenty20 International that took place on Tuesday in Mohali against Australia on September 20. despite the fact that he was back in the team for the T20 World Cup.
There have been rumors about whether or not the pacer has fully recovered from the back injury that has kept him out of action for the past two months. The only reason he did not play in the first game after returning from an injury layoff was that team management did not want to rush him back into action straightaway after a return from an injury. He is now expected to play in the second Twenty20 International on Friday (September 23) in Nagpur.
Hardik Pandya elucidated the group’s strategy and mindset in regard to Bumrah. “We all know what he does for us and how important he is. There are bound to worry now and then, which is fine. We have to believe in our boys, no matter who gets the opportunities. These 15 individuals are the greatest in the country, which is why they are in the squad.
Therefore, Jasprit’s absence certainly makes a significant effect. Even if he is not there, and while he is recovering from an injury, it is crucial for him to have sufficient time to recover. Perhaps he shouldn’t put undue pressure on himself in whichever game he comes back and plays,” said the India all-rounder.