Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Vengsarkar: Bumrah Should Have Missed IPL for England Tests
Former selector Dilip Vengsarkar discussed Jasprit Bumrah's playing schedule, suggesting he should have skipped IPL to play more Tests against England.
He would have tried convincing Mukesh Ambani and Bumrah.
Bumrah played in only three of five Tests due to his back, and Vengsarkar stressed the importance of the Test series and Bumrah's health, urging fans to avoid questioning his commitment.
Dilip Vengsarkar stated that Bumrah should have missed IPL 2025 to play all England Test matches.
Vengsarkar said he would have convinced Mukesh Ambani and Bumrah to prioritize the England series.
Bumrah played in only three of five Tests against England due to workload management.
Vengsarkar highlighted the importance of the India vs. England Test series.
He emphasized that Bumrah's back injury necessitates caution and that fans should not question his commitment.
- Who
- Dilip Vengsarkar and Jasprit Bumrah.
- What
- Discussion on Jasprit Bumrah's workload management, specifically regarding his participation in IPL 2025 and the India vs. England Test series.
- When
- Following the India vs. England Test series.
- Where
- India vs. England Test series and IPL.
- Why
- To ensure Bumrah's fitness for the Test series and manage his workload.
Prioritizing Test Cricket
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Test Match Importance
Prioritizing Test Cricket
Vengsarkar believes Bumrah should have prioritized playing all Test matches against England over IPL.
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- Player
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Sport
- Cricket
- Position
- Fast Bowler
- Former Selector
- Dilip Vengsarkar
- Tests Played (England Series)
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