With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 just days away, concerns over Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness continue to grow. The Indian pace spearhead sustained an injury during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, and there has been no official update on his recovery.
If Jasprit Bumrah is unable to participate in ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India will need a capable replacement to lead the Indian cricket team’s bowling attack.
Here are three fast bowlers who could step in if Jasprit Bumrah is ruled out of ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Harshit Rana
Harshit Rana recently made his ODI debut during the England series. Though he has played only two ODIs so far, picking up four wickets, he brings raw pace and aggression to the attack. While Rana lacks international experience, his ability to bowl quick and trouble batters could earn him a place in the Indian squad.
Mohammed Siraj
Mohammed Siraj is the most experienced option and a natural choice to replace Jasprit Bumrah. Having played 44 ODIs, he has taken 71 wickets at an average of 24.04. Siraj has consistently delivered with the new ball and is known for his ability to swing the ball both ways, making him a strong contender.
Prasidh Krishna
Another strong option is Prasidh Krishna, who has shown promise across formats. Despite battling injuries, he has played 17 ODIs, claiming 29 wickets at an average of 25.58. His height and ability to generate extra bounce make him a valuable asset, especially on pitches that assist fast bowlers.
While India will be hoping for Bumrah’s recovery, if he is ruled out, one of these three pacers could step up to fill the void in ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Ex-India pacer names his pick for Bumrah’s replacement in Champions Trophy
In an interview with CricketNext, ex-India pacer Atul Wassan named Mohammed Siraj as Jasprit Bumrah’s perfect replacement in India squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
“So, if we are talking about Siraj and Harshit, I will play Siraj. Because he is a proven entity, he has done it. I won’t waste his experience. I will play the one who has played 100 matches. Because in such a big pressure encounter, even if a new player is bowling well, he can be switched,” Wasan told CricketNext.
