Jasprit Bumrah's Champions Trophy Availability Hangs By Thread, Pacer Heads To NCA For Further Scans: Report

In a major update on Jasprit Bumrah's fitness, team India's star pacer is reportedly at the National Cricket Academy to have scans on his injury suffered during the Australia tour. According to The Times of India report, the Indian pacer is set to be assessed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) National Cricket Academy (NCA) where he would undergo scans this week.

Following the injury, Bumrah has been out of action with Team India sweating over his availability for the upcoming Champions Trophy tournament. As per the report, Bumrah will be present at the NCA for at least two or three days following which the specialists will share their observations with the men’s senior selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar.

Will BCCI select Jasprit Bumrah for Champions Trophy 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is in the final stages of selecting the 15-member squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, which will be submitted to the International Cricket Council (ICC) soon. Reports suggest that if00 Jasprit Bumrah is unable to make the cut due to fitness concerns, young pacer Harshit Rana could be given a spot in the squad.

Team India to depart for Dubai on February 15

After wrapping up the ODI series against England, the Indian squad will fly to Dubai on February 15 for the Champions Trophy 2025. If the team advances deep into the tournament, they will play all their matches in the UAE.

Senior players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and others will be eager to regain their top form, especially after recent inconsistent performances that have raised concerns. With the tournament fast approaching, all eyes will be on India’s final squad announcement and their preparations leading up to the prestigious ICC event.