Jasprit Bumrah Likely to Miss Champions Trophy 2025 Due to Back Injury – Replacement Options & Updates.
Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss the Champions Trophy 2025 due to a back injury sustained during the Australia Test series. Reports suggest that he may not recover in time for the tournament, and BCCI is considering Harshit Rana as a possible replacement. Bumrah is currently under medical supervision at the NCA in Bengaluru. With the deadline for squad changes set for February 11, India's first match in the Champions Trophy is scheduled against Bangladesh on February 20. Stay updated on India's squad updates and injury news.
Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah may withdraw from the Champions Trophy starting on February 19.
He suffered a back injury during the final Test of the Australia tour. According to BCCI sources, Bumrah is unlikely to recover in time for the Champions Trophy.
He will also miss the ODI series against England, unable to play even a single match. If Bumrah is not fit, Harshit Rana could be included in the squad as his replacement.
Bumrah was named in the squad for the final ODI against England, scheduled for February 12 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
To assess his back injury, Bumrah traveled to Bengaluru on Monday. He will be under medical supervision at BCCI’s specialized facility for 2-3 days.
Efforts are ongoing to evaluate his fitness, and if he recovers in time, he will remain in the squad.
The ICC deadline for squad changes is February 11.India's opening game in the Champions Trophy is versus Bangladesh on February 20.
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