Ajit Agarkar, the chairman of selectors, explained the presence of Jasprit Bumrah in the upcoming Champions Trophy matches, which are to be played in Pakistan and Dubai. Ajit Agarkar confirmed that Jasprit Bumrah will not be fit in time for the upcoming ODI against England at home.

Bumrah is dealing with a back problem that he developed during the five Test matches against Australia. The right-arm fast bowler has been included in the squad for the upcoming eight-team ICC tournament. However, Bumrah will miss the T20I series against England and the 50-match series.

We are waiting for Jasprit Bumrah – Ajit Agarkar Fitness

Speaking at a press conference, Ajit Agarkar confirmed that the selection committee is expecting Jasprit Bumrah to be fit. He also said that Harshit Rana will be in the squad for the ODIs against England.

“We are waiting for Bumrah’s fitness and Harshit Rana will be part of England ODIs. Bumrah will not be able to prepare for two ODIs vs England, we are waiting for his role,” Agarkar told reporters.

“Bumrah has been asked to take the load off for five weeks, BCCI will release some information from the medical team. We hope he is fine in the first week of February.”

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