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Ravi Shastri advises caution in managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 6:42 AM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Ravi Shastri advises caution in managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload

Summary

Ravi Shastri, former India head coach, emphasized the importance of managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload ahead of India's tour to New Zealand starting on October 22. Shastri believes Bumrah should focus on Test matches and appear selectively in limited-overs formats to preserve him for the 2027 ODI World Cup. He highlighted the significance of the upcoming tour as a benchmark for Indian cricket, particularly given the challenging New Zealand conditions. Shastri also praised the selection of Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Shami, urging a strategic balance with experienced players as India tackles its World Test Championship campaign.

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•India tours New Zealand for five T20Is, five ODIs, and two Tests.
•Shastri advocates for less playing time for Bumrah in all formats.
•New Zealand conditions may mirror those in South Africa for the World Cup.
•Shastri identifies fielding as a critical area for improvement.
•Test captain Shubman Gill faces a leadership test in New Zealand.

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6:42 AMYahoo Sports — ‘He should not play all three formats’: Ravi Shastri’s advice for Jasprit Bumrah

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Ravi Shastri shared his enthusiastic endorsement of Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Shami's selection for the T20I squad. With India's important tour to New Zealand commencing on October 22, Shastri underscores the need to strategically manage Jasprit Bumrah’s workload in preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup, highlighting that seasoned players are vital to thrive in the tough conditions of New Zealand.
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