Bhuvneshwar Kumar Defends Jasprit Bumrah’s Workload Management Amidst Criticism

Indian bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar has voiced his support for Jasprit Bumrah’s approach to managing his workload, addressing the criticism surrounding his selective participation in matches. Kumar emphasized the significant physical and mental strain fast bowlers endure, especially when playing across all formats under pressure. His comments come in response to those who questioned Bumrah’s decision to play only three out of five Tests during the series in England. Despite prior planning indicating Bumrah’s limited involvement, he faced criticism for missing the final Test. Bhuvneshwar, in an interview, highlighted the difficulty of maintaining peak performance over extended periods and across different formats. He believes that the selectors’ decisions are made with a full understanding of Bumrah’s capabilities, and that allowing him to play fewer matches to maintain his overall fitness and impact is a reasonable approach. Kumar acknowledged the need for careful management to ensure Bumrah’s longevity in the sport.