As India gears up for the upcoming Asia Cup, the spotlight is firmly on Jasprit Bumrah. The pace spearhead has been gradually eased back into international cricket, and his inclusion in the squad has already raised expectations.
Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has urged fans to show patience and faith in Bumrah’s approach to fitness and workload management. Speaking to TimesofIndia.com, Harbhajan praised Bumrah’s discipline and awareness of his own body.
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“Jasprit Bumrah is a very honest person. He knows his body and understands how much workload he can handle. He knows when to play and when to rest,” Harbhajan said, underlining the importance of trusting the fast bowler’s judgment.
Bumrah has had a challenging past year, missing several key tournaments due to back issues that required surgery and rehabilitation. His absence was felt heavily during India’s campaigns, with the team struggling to find a consistent replacement for his wicket-taking abilities at the death.
Harbhajan stressed that workload management is a crucial aspect of modern-day cricket, especially for fast bowlers who endure immense physical strain.
“No one can define workload better than Bumrah,” he added, making it clear that the bowler’s decisions on when to play or rest should be respected.
With the Asia Cup serving as a vital lead-up to the ICC World Cup, Bumrah’s return could not have come at a better time for India. His ability to deliver breakthroughs with the new ball and contain runs in the death overs makes him one of the most valuable assets in world cricket.
Fans and experts alike will be watching closely, hoping that his return sparks India’s campaign with renewed energy.
As Harbhajan pointed out, the key will be to back Bumrah as he manages his body and workload in the months ahead. For India, a fully fit and firing Bumrah could make all the difference in their quest for continental and global glory.
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