The former selector rejected the questions raised on the workload management of Bumrah, said – ‘If the doctor says, you will have to agree’
Team India’s star Pacer Jaspreet Bumrah’s workload management has been discussing a lot for the last few days. Against England Test seriesIn the same way, the fans were not able to play all their matches, but former selector Chetene Sharma has fully supported Bumrah. He clearly said that when the medical team gives any advice, the player has to walk on it.
Team India’s blessing bowler Jaspreet Bumrah recently raised questions about the workload management. In the 5 -match Test series against England, Bumrah played only three matches and remained out of the rest. He bowled 119.4 overs in the first, third and fourth Tests of the series and took 14 wickets. Despite this, India could not win in matches in which Bumrah played. Especially in the last Test, the fans were angry with his absence and he was severely criticized on social media.
But now on this issue, former Chief Selector and Team India’s ex -pacer Chetene Sharma has come out in support of Bumrah. Chetene Sharma said in the episode of Doordarshan’s The Great Indian Cricket Show that the medical team and Fizio say the last decision is and the player should trust him. Giving the example, he said, “If the doctor says that I want to take antibiotics, then I will have to take it. Similarly, if the medical team says that the player should rest, then it is better to follow his advice.”
Chetene Sharma also praised the young Indian team captained by Shubman Gill, who draws series 2–2 against England. He expressed pride in the team’s performance, saying that seeing the current form, he is confident that India will win the Asia Cup 2025 title.
He further said, “Whatever player will be chosen will be the best for the country. I am proud of the game that Team India showed in England. I am sure we will win the Asia Cup and then play brilliantly in the 2026 T20 World Cups to be held in our house.”
