🚨 BREAKING 🚨 Jasprit Bumrah Released from India’s Test Squad in England 🏏
Before the tour, the team had planned for Bumrah to play only three of the five tests to manage his workload and stay healthy, especially because of past back issues.
He played in the first, third, and fourth tests, taking 14 wickets, including standout performances at Lord’s and Headingley.
India’s medical team advised that Bumrah should not play the fifth Test due to ongoing back concerns.
As a result, the BCCI decided to release him from the squad ahead of Day 2 of the match. Although Captain Shubman Gill had left the decision open, the sudden announcement shows how important the medical advice was.
Akash Deep has been called up to replace Bumrah in the playing XI, as he has recovered from a groin injury.
Arshdeep Singh is also expected to make his Test debut at The Oval, adding left-arm pace to India’s attack. The rest of the squad includes Shubman Gill (captain), KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan, Karun Nair, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (wicketkeeper), Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, and Akash Deep.
The series is currently 2-1 in England’s favor, and India needs a win in the final Test to tie the series.
The Oval pitch is expected to offer grass cover and swing, but the team will miss Bumrah’s leadership and influence. The pressure will now fall on the replacements like Akash Deep and Siraj.
The decision has sparked discussions about Bumrah’s availability.
The BCCI is looking at updating its policies because it’s hard to plan long series when players like Bumrah are rested on a case-by-case basis. Critics say this lack of clarity makes it difficult to prepare for future matches.
In this series, Bumrah has continued to be India’s top wicket-taker, with fine performances including 5/74 at Lord’s and a strong showing at Headingley.
His 14 wickets in three tests, including two five-wicket hauls, highlight his quality even as he manages his fitness.
As the Oval Test continues, India moves forward without Bumrah, who was officially dropped from the squad on August 1, 2025, under medical guidance.
Akash Deep and Arshdeep Singh will now step into the high-pressure final test. This decision also brings attention to India’s depth in pace bowling and the broader issues around workload management.