Team India bowling coach Morne Morkel opened up about the concerns of Jasprit Bumrah’s injury after 3 (Friday, 25 July) on the ongoing fourth Test against England in Manchester. Morkel confirmed that Jasprit Bumrah was not injured, but he said that the flat pitch is lacking in the Indian fast bowlers.
Jasprit Bumrah left the field during the second 3 -day session, which increased concerns between fans and Indian team management. He returned after tea broke and bowled a few overs, but was seen struggling. Mohammad Siraj also looked uncomfortable during his run-up, connecting India’s concerns.
Jasprit Bumrah took his ankle down the stairs – Morne Morkel
Speaking at the press conference, Morne Morkel provided fitness updates on Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Sirj. He revealed that Bumrah rotated his ankle while walking down the stairs during the second new ball phase, and Siraj also rotated his foot in one of the foothills on the field.
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“Yes, unfortunately, when we took a second new ball, Bumrah rolled his ankles going down the stairs, and then Sirj also I think I think his leg was rotated in one of the foothills. But he looks fine,” Morkel said after day 3.
Jaspreet Bumrah, who usually bowled more than 140 kilometers per hour, was seen operating at a low speed in 3 days, falling in a range of 120–130 kmph. He managed to dismiss Jamie Smith and ended the day with a figure of 1 for 95 out of 28 overs.
A little energy is needed behind the ball – Morne Morkel
India’s struggle with the ball on the day 3 pitch for batting has expressed concern. Morne Morkel said that the team needs to be better customized when the surface helps. He said that Jasprit Bumrah and other bowlers lacked energy to build opportunities.
“This is something that we are definitely trying to bring our heads around. On a surface where it gets slightly flattering, you need a little energy behind the ball, and I think it is definitely one of the factors for us in our bowling innings so far – a little extra zip is available for us to make opportunities for the bus.”
For Anshul Kamboj, this is their first Test match – Morne Morkel
India bowling coach defended the performance of Debue’s debut Anusul Kamboj. Morkel said the situations, including a heavy outfield, were also challenging, but he said that there was no lack of intentions despite the difficult day.
“For Ansul, this is their first Test match ever, and it is important for us that we want to develop a good fast bowling unit and develop,” Morley continued.
“So not to do justice to it. I think it is also a big type of outfield. But people who have put in terms of commitment and effort, I don’t think we can make a mistake in it.”
England finished 3 at 544/7 on the day of Manchester Test at the crease with Captain Ben Stokes (77) and Liam Dawson (21). Stokes retired at 66 due to cramps, but returned to the crease after Chris Woakes was rejected.
Jasprit Bumrah, who took five wicket halls in both Leeds and Lords, managed just one wicket in 28 overs, scoring 95 runs. Mohammad Siraj also fought, returning 1 figures for 113 out of 26 overs after rejecting Vox for 4.
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