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Jasprit Bumrah OUT of New Zealand ODIs as BCCI plans Test preparations

India’s fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will sit out the upcoming five-match ODI series against New Zealand, as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) prioritizes his workload ahead of the World Test Championship (WTC) and the subsequent five-Test series against Australia. Reports suggest Bumrah, who is fully fit, will not feature in the limited-overs matches to ensure he remains fresh for the higher-stakes Test fixtures, where his role as a key pace attacker will be critical.

The decision underscores India’s strategic approach to managing their leading fast bowler, balancing short-term bilateral commitments with long-term tournament objectives. Meanwhile, the BCCI has reportedly prepared salary increases for selectors, though two former India cricketers have declined offers to join the West Zone selection panel, adding another layer to the team’s preparatory challenges.

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