Jasprit Bumrah likely to play WI Tests, confirms ten Doeschate
What's the story
India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has confirmed that star pacer Jasprit Bumrah is likely to feature in the upcoming Test series against West Indies at home. The two-match series starts on October 2 at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. Ten Doeschate stressed the importance of match practice for Bumrah and said that he is set to play despite India's unbeaten run in the Asia Cup.
Match preparation
Bumrah set to feature in WI Tests
Speaking ahead of the Bangladesh clash, ten Doeschate said, "It's unlikely that Bumrah will be rested. He's set to play the West Indies Tests. We've got important matches coming up, and it's good for him to keep playing and get more match time." The assistant coach also acknowledged India's unbeaten run in the Asia Cup but highlighted the areas of improvement after a scrappy performance against Pakistan.
Performance review
Ten Doeschate on squad rotation strategy
India are coming off a six-wicket win over Pakistan in their first Super Four clash. Despite the win, ten Doeschate felt the side was "a bit scrappy against Pakistan. We weren't clinical enough. The last week has been tough, but the way the boys played in those two games was amazing." He also spoke about India's squad rotation strategy and how they experimented, giving everyone a chance during the Asia Cup and bilateral series.
Workload
Bumrah's workload management
Bumrah's workload has been a bone of contention since the England tour. He played three of the five Tests, citing workload management. However, with the Asia Cup being played in T20 format, these concerns have been less pressing. Bumrah was formidable against UAE and Pakistan before missing the Oman game. He then leaked 45 runs across four overs in the Super Four clash against Pakistan. The right-arm seamer is now expected to feature against the Windies.
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Bumrah's last Test appearance versus WI
Bumrah last played a Test against West Indies during India's 2019 tour. His career-best bowling figures of 6/27 also came in that series. Notably, Bumrah scripted history with an incredible hat-trick in the 2nd Test.