Jasprit Bumrah Injury Update: Will miss IPL 2023; Likely to Sit out of WTC Final

Jasprit Bumrah Injury Update: India pacer Jasprit Bumrah’s return to international cricket may take a little longer and the Mumbai Indians star is likely to miss the Indian Premier League that is set to start on March 31. He is also in serious doubt for the World Test Championship (WTC) final in June, provided Rohit Sharma’s men qualify.

Jasprit Bumrah to be Sidelined for IPL, WTC Final

Initially set for a return to the IPL, Jasprit Bumrah is set to continue his lengthy spell on the sidelines as per Cricbuzz. The pacer last played for India in September and has since struggled with a troublesome back injury. He failed to receive a green signal from the NCA to participate in the India vs Australia ODI series.

As understood, the National Cricket Academy (NCA) has been keeping a close eye on the situation surrounding Bumrah and are unlikely to rush him to action. While there is no potential date set for his return, the West Indies tour could come early for him while the Asia Cup could see him back in action.

The team management wants the pacer to be fit for the ODI World Cup later this year and are optimistic about his availability.

Mumbai Indians dealt major blow

The 29-year-old’s injury will come as a huge concern for the Mumbai Indians as they heavily bank on his services. Bumrah has been an integral member of the squad during their successful years having won the IPL on multiple occasions.

His miss will come as a huge blow and has left the franchise with big shoes to fill. While Jofra Archer will be fit, his participation still is in doubt and Cameron Green is also likely to nurse injuries, so it adds to the crisis of the franchise ahead of the 16th season of the IPL.

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