BCCI Secretary’s Sharp Answer, On Jasprit Bumrah Missing Champions Trophy
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia remains confident in India’s chances at the ICC Champions Trophy, despite JaspritBumrah’s absence. The selection committee, led by AjitAgarkar, has named HarshitRana as Bumrah’s replacement. Mohammad Shami is expected to lead the pace attack, supported by Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya.
Saikia stated, “We have picked the best team for the Champions Trophy, and I believe we will win the trophy”. He highlighted India’s strong bench strength, minimizing concerns about Bumrah’s absence affecting the team’s combination.
Saikia also expressed confidence in the form of senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Rohit scored a century in the second ODI against England, and Kohli made a half-century in the final ODI. Saikia noted the positive atmosphere within the team, citing the series wins against England, including a 3-0 ODI series whitewash and a 4-1 victory in the T20I series.
India’s Champions Trophy campaign begins against Bangladesh in Dubai on February 20. They will then face Pakistan on February 23, followed by a match against New Zealand on March 2.