Jasprit Bumrah has been battling a back injury for over two years. Recently, he underwent successful surgery at a specialized facility arranged by the BCCI, and there are hopes for his return by the Asia Cup. Indian fans eagerly await his comeback, with high aspirations for his participation in the World Cup.
With Jasprit Bumrah’s participation in the Asia Cup and ICC ODI World Cup 2023 uncertain, the focus shifts to identifying potential candidates who can step up to fill the void left by the star bowler. This article explores potential replacements who could lead India’s fast-bowling attack in these crucial tournaments.
1. Deepak Chahar
Deepak Chahar, the talented fast bowler hailing from Agra, has been included in the Indian World Cup squad as a standby player. He recently made a comeback from an injury and showcased his exceptional skills with the new ball during the first T20I against South Africa on Wednesday.
Chahar’s impressive performances make him a strong contender to step in for Bumrah in the World Cup lineup if needed. So far, he has represented India in 22 T20I matches, where he has taken 28 wickets at an impressive average of 22.53 and an economy rate of 8.08. In the IPL, Chahar has also displayed his talent, securing 59 wickets from 63 matches at an average of 29.19 and an economy rate of 7.80.
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2. Arshdeep Singh
In the T20 World Cup 2022, the left-arm pacer from Punjab stood out as India’s top bowler, overshadowing even Bumrah with his impressive performances. Although he lost visibility after the IPL, Arshdeep possesses the potential for a strong comeback. Given the Indian Cricket Team’s requirement for a left-arm pacer, he could be an ideal replacement for Bumrah in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.
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3. Umran Malik
Jasprit Bumrah is known as the X factor in India’s bowling line-up due to his unique action and precise yorkers. Umran Malik, the pacer from Jammu, possesses similar potential to be an X factor for India with his exceptional pace, consistently reaching 145 km/h, making him a valuable asset for the team.