Jasprit Bumrah's participation in Sri Lanka Tests remains uncertain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:53 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Jasprit Bumrah, part of the Indian squad for the Sri Lanka Tests starting August 15, is subject to fitness clearance. He missed the third ODI against England due to a knee injury but has begun body conditioning and will start bowling soon. The BCCI medical team is monitoring his recovery closely, advising caution in his return. A final decision on his participation is expected after his training intensifies in the upcoming days, possibly joining the team in Galle directly before the series opener.
- •Bumrah missed the third ODI against England due to an injury.
- •He has begun body conditioning and will start bowling soon.
- •India's Test series against Sri Lanka begins August 15.
- •Final decision on Bumrah's travel to Sri Lanka is pending his fitness progress.
- 8:53 PMYahoo Sports — India likely to play waiting game with Jasprit Bumrah for Sri Lanka Tests | Exclusive
"The 32-year-old was picked in the Shubman Gill-led squad for the series, but subject to fitness clearance. Bumrah missed the third ODI against England at Lord's due to an "impact injury" to his left knee but looked very sharp in the two fixtures he did play.
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