Bumrah bowls seven overs a day at NCA Nets, Bumrah is on the road to recovery
But the good news is that Bumrah bowled seven overs in a day at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) nets. A development that will bring smiles to the faces of Indian fans awaiting the 2023 World Cup with optimism. The schedule of the mega event was released in Mumbai on Tuesday.
Bumrah had undergone surgery in New Zealand in March for a recurring back problem and has been on the road to recovery since then.
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Bumrah last played for India in September 2022 during the home T20I against Australia.
So will he be able to make a comeback in the T20 series against Ireland or in the Asia Cup?
“It is not wise to set a time frame for this type of injury as constant monitoring is necessary. But it can be said that Bumrah is recovering well. And he has bowled seven overs in the NCA nets. is growing.” Light workouts and bowling sessions. He will play a few practice matches next month (at NCA) and then his fitness will be closely assessed,” a source tracking the development told PTI.
Team India’s former strength and conditioning coach Ramji Srinivasan said that utmost care should be taken while bringing Bumrah back.
Bumrah should not rush
“He should not rush. Playing practice matches in NCA is a good step as it will help his body to adapt to the demands of the match. But before reaching the top, he should play some real (domestic) matches.
Ramji told PTI, “The demands of international cricket are different and the body should be absolutely ready to take on such a workload. Recovering from a stress fracture is a delicate task and Bumrah should be given maximum time for recovery.
Rahul and Shreyas Iyer are also progressing as expected
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K.L. Rahul and Shreyas Iyer, who are recuperating at the NCA, are also progressing as expected, though no specific timeline has been set for their return either.
Rahul underwent thigh surgery in London, while Shreyas also underwent surgery in London after suffering from a bulging disc in his lower back.