Jasprit Bumrah: The second Test match between England and India is starting from July 2.
Jasprit Bumrah was the only Indian bowler who troubled England’s batting a lot in the first Test match played in Leeds, especially in the first innings. In the first match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, Bumrah took five wickets for 83 runs.
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At the same time, before the start of the series, Indian team head Gautam Gambhir had made it clear that Bumrah will be seen playing only three matches in this series. Meanwhile, due to heavy workload, according to the latest media reports, Bumrah may be rested in the second Test, which will start on Wednesday, July 2 at Edgbaston in Birmingham. Bumrah did not bowl with full intensity in the practice session on Monday, while Akash Deep sweated a lot in bowling before batting for about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, former Indian all-rounder and well-known cricket commentator Irfan Pathan has made a big statement. Irfan feels that if Bumrah does not play in the second Test match against England, then Akashdeep is his best replacement, because he has the same quality as Mohammed Shami.
Jasprit Bumrah: Irfan Pathan made a big statement
Let us tell you that before the second Test match against England, Irfan Pathan said on his YouTube channel – If Bumrah is not there, then who should be included in the team in his place? From what has been seen in the nets, it seems that Akash Deep is coming into his rhythm. I think he is a Shami-like bowler.
Irfan further said – His straight seam delivery can trouble the England batsmen, especially when it comes to late movement. If you are being aggressive, it can be a problem. We will bring Arshdeep, but I think if Bumrah is not playing, then Akash Deep should come in the playing 11 in his place.