ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Fake news! Jasprit Bumrah drops a bombshell on Twitter! What did he write?
Xtra Time Web Desk: India's premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah recently mocked an X page for spreading false reports about his fitness. The platform claimed that Bumrah had been advised bed rest following an injury sustained during the fifth Test of the Australia series. Bumrah, who refrained from bowling from Day 2 of the match, responded with a witty post, dismissing the report and labeling the source as "unreliable."
“I know fake news is easy to spread, but this made me laugh. Sources unreliable,” Bumrah wrote on X, addressing the misinformation.
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Injury clouds over Champions Trophy participation
The injury has sparked widespread speculation about Bumrah’s availability for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to commence on February 19. Media reports offer conflicting claims, with some suggesting he might feature in the event, while others hint at his complete absence.
Following the Test series, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has directed Bumrah to report to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. Sources indicate that while he may be included in India's provisional squad for the Champions Trophy, his final participation depends on recovery progress under NCA supervision.
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Stellar December performance earns accolades
Despite the injury concerns, Bumrah's recent performances have been phenomenal. The fast bowler was named the ICC Player of the Month for December, thanks to his stellar display in the series against Australia. Bumrah emerged as the leading wicket-taker, claiming 32 wickets across nine innings at an impressive average of 13.06, including three five-wicket hauls.
His efforts earned him the Player of the Series title, even as India lost the series 1-3.
As fans eagerly await updates on Bumrah's fitness, the uncertainty surrounding his participation in the Champions Trophy has left Indian cricket enthusiasts holding their breath.
