Key Points

India's star pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been released from the squad for the fifth Test against England. The decision comes after he struggled with an ankle injury during the Manchester Test. Bumrah had a mixed series, taking 14 wickets but facing challenges with the new ball. India now faces England at The Oval trailing 1-2 in the closely fought series.

Key Points: Jasprit Bumrah Ruled Out of India's Fifth Test Against England

  • Bumrah struggled with ankle injury during Manchester Test
  • Bowled his most expensive spell (2/112) in 4th Test
  • Played only three Tests due to workload management
  • India trails 1-2 in high-scoring series against England
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Bumrah released from 5th Test squad against England

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah released from squad due to injury concerns as England Test series reaches climax.

"Jasprit Bumrah has been released from India's squad for the fifth Test of the series against England. - BCCI"

Mumbai, August 1

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been released from the Indian squad for fifth Test against England, currently in progress at The Oval.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) issued a statement, saying, "Jasprit Bumrah has been released from India's squad for the fifth Test of the series against England. The fifth and final Test of the series is underway at Kennington Oval, London."

With 14 wickets at an average of over 26, including two five-wicket hauls, Bumrah is India's top bowler in the series. However, his lack of success with the new ball meant that the outing was a little underwhelming for him, after an outstanding five-Test tour to Australia where he took a massive 32 wickets with three five-wicket hauls at an average of just over 13.

During the fourth Manchester Test, Bumrah struggled to clock the speed of 140 mph while bowling. During his team's bowling innings at one point, he had to walk off the field after bowling just one over with the new ball. When he came back, he was seen hobbling on the pitch after reportedly doing some damage to his ankle while being on the stadium's stairs towards dressing room.

While he did bowl despite his struggles, he delivered his most expensive spell ever: 2/112.

Before the series, it was confirmed by coach Gautam Gambhir and skipper Shubman Gill that he would play just three Tests due to workload management and he played the first, third and fourth Tests.

At the end of day one's play, India was 204/6, with Karun Nair (52*) and Washington Sundar (19*) unbeaten after India had put to field first.

India is trailing 1-2 in the series and a win could draw this big-scoring, well-fought series.

India's updated squad for fifth Test: Shubman Gill (C), KL Rahul (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Mohd. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Kuldeep Yadav, Anshul Kamboj, Arshdeep Singh, N Jagadeesan (WK).

- ANI

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Ananya R
But without Bumrah, our bowling looks so weak! Siraj is good but inconsistent. Prasidh Krishna is still inexperienced at this level. Hope the management has a proper plan 🤞
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David E
As an England fan, I must say this is good news for us! Bumrah is terrifying to face even when he's not at his best. Wishing him speedy recovery though - cricket needs bowlers like him.
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Shreya B
Why was he even playing if he was injured? Our management needs to be more careful with player fitness. We've lost so many matches because we rush players back from injuries 😤
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Vikram M
Time for other bowlers to step up! Remember how Siraj emerged when Bumrah was injured before? Maybe this is Arshdeep or Akash Deep's opportunity to shine ✨
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Karan T
The way Bumrah was limping in Manchester was painful to watch. Player health should always come first. Hope he gets proper rest and comes back stronger for the home season!

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