The selection of Jasprit Bumrah for the Antilles tests criticized – “seems to be a missed opportunity” | Cricket news
The former versatile of India, Irfan Pathan, questioned the decision to include Jasprit Bumrah in the team for the next series of home tests against the West Indies, calling this a missed opportunity to test a younger fast launcher. Bumrah, who played in only three of the five tests of the recent tour in England, was appointed to the team of 15 members of the series from October 2 in Ahmedabad. Pathan said on his YouTube channel that, although Bumrah’s commitment to test the cricket is admirable, the selectors could have used this series to watch new rhythm options.
“It seems to be a missed opportunity not to play a young quick launcher in these two tests, but it is the current management of the team. If I was a selector or manager, I would surely have tried to give a young launcher an opportunity, focusing on their development, not just quick results. Bumrah remains determined to test cricket, which is fantastic, “said Pathan. He thought that the Indian conditions, where the spinners generally dominate, were ideal for resting Bumrah and managing his workload. “However, it is good that Bumrah maintains the Cricket Test as its priority. The selectors could have used this series to give a suitable rest for Bumrah and prepare a young fast bowler, which India must prioritize for a long-term vision. India needs a group of eight good loves, not just three or four,” he added. Pathan also praised the return of Axar Patel, saying that his presence strengthens the depth of India. “Axar’s return strengthens the team. When Axar plays alongside Washington and Jadeja, the team wins in depth.
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The first home at India after retirement from Ravichandran Ashwin, Pathan raised the question of who will take his coat. “Who will fulfill this role of Ashwin? Washington Sundar brings qualities, but he does not have all the traits of Ashwin … Jadeja has well supported Ashwin, but now someone new must intensify this role. This could be Kuldeep Yadav or Washington Sundar, or even Axar Patel? Everyone offers something different,” he said.
