In a much-anticipated comeback, Jasprit Bumrah, the ace fast bowler, roared back into India’s cricket scene after an 11-month hiatus. His explosive performance during a net session showcased his formidable skills, making him a formidable adversary for any batsman.
The 29-year-old speedster’s last appearance for India was in a T20I match against Australia in Hyderabad on September 25, 2022. Following this, a back injury sidelined him, ultimately requiring surgical intervention.
💬 💬 "Very happy to be back."
— BCCI (@BCCI) August 17, 2023
Captain Jasprit Bumrah – making a comeback – takes us through his emotions ahead of the #IREvIND T20I series. #TeamIndia | @Jaspritbumrah93 pic.twitter.com/IR9Rtp26gi
Bumrah’s eagerly awaited resurgence in the Indian cricket colors came to fruition when he was appointed captain for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland. Set to commence in Dublin on Friday, July 31, this series marks a significant milestone for Bumrah’s return journey.
Touching down in Ireland on Tuesday, the Indian squad wasted no time in hitting the ground running, diving straight into action a day later.
Bumrah was seen bowling in full gusto in a video shared by the BCCI on X (formerly Twitter), a soothing sight ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup and ODI World Cup.
The moment we have all been waiting for. @Jaspritbumrah93 like we have always known him. 🔥🔥 #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/uyIzm2lcI9
— BCCI (@BCCI) August 16, 2023
During a net session, Bumrah unleashed a blistering bouncer that left a right-handed batter scrambling to avoid its trajectory. In a masterful display of precision, he zeroed in on the toes of a left-handed batsman with a perfectly executed yorker, earning nods of approval from his compatriots at the India nets.
This training session serves as a culmination of Bumrah’s diligent recovery process at the National Cricket Academy (NCA). Undergoing a carefully crafted fitness regimen, he gradually increased his workload, allowing him to regain his competitive edge.
Doublin’ the intensity in Dublin ft. #TeamIndia 😎#IREvIND pic.twitter.com/xcOzf2e0oO
— BCCI (@BCCI) August 16, 2023
Among the ranks of the Indian squad stands pacer Prasidh Krishna, making his own comeback after an extended period of absence due to a lumbar stress fracture. His return to the team after overcoming this setback adds to the sense of resurgence and determination permeating the Indian cricketing landscape.
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