Yuvraj Singh picks Bumrah over Dhoni, Kohli for his XI
What's the story
Former Indian batter Yuvraj Singh has named Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers, and Jasprit Bumrah as his top three choices for a Playing XI. This selection was made during a conversation with Sportskeeda. Interestingly, out of his top three picks, only one is from India - Bumrah. The other two players are international legends of the game.
Selection rationale
Yuvraj's preference for Bumrah over other Indian cricketers
Yuvraj's selection of Bumrah over other Indian cricket icons like Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, and Rohit Sharma has sparked discussions among fans and experts. The former Indian dasher has followed Bumrah's career, witnessing his evolution from a newcomer to a master of the game. This choice underscores Yuvraj's recognition of Bumrah's exceptional ability to change the course of a match with his powerful spells.
Upcoming series
Kohli, Sharma, and Bumrah gear up for Bangladesh series
Kohli, Sharma, and Bumrah are preparing for India's impending Test series against Bangladesh. While the first two will aim to break records with the bat, Bumrah is anticipated to lead India's bowling attack. However, due to workload management, there is speculation that the Indian pacer might be rested for the three-T20I series against Bangladesh later this year.