India’s stick coach Sitanshu Kotak said that the Bowler Jasprit Bumrah rhythm could potentially play in the fifth decisive test against England, declaring that he was currently in good shape on the basis of his workload assessment, despite the initial plans to limit it to three tests on the tour.The possibility that Bumrah’s participation has gained ground after head coach Gautam Gambir did not exclude it after the dramatic draw in Manchester.Kotak addressed Bumrah fitness status at a press conference two days before the match. “Bumrah is in good shape now according to his charge. He bordered a round during the last match. So, obviously, head coach, our physio and captain, they will have a discussion and decide. There was no discussion, “he said.Gambhir also confirmed that all the Pacers, including Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep, recovered from their injuries.
Asked about the workload of Mohammed Siraj, who played all the games in the series, Kotak provided a detailed explanation on the management of the workload of the Bowler.“So, I don’t know what you think about the real workload. So if I tell you quickly, before the test series, if a launcher puts in a certain amount of overs per week, that if he is preparing for the T20 and puts 20 Overs, 25 Overs, 6 Overs per day, or puts 6 overs for five days, it’s enough of the workload for T20,” Kotak explained.He explained the surveillance system in place. “They have a GPS. It shows the record for the number of the overtime that the bowler has put throughout the week. And they are constant with the bowling coach. So, the preparation of the last 4 weeks, you must determine if there is no peak in it.”
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Kotak also clarified the concept of workload tips. “So what is the peak? If a bowler player puts 30 overs per week, and suddenly, in the first heats, he put 35 overs, then it is the tip of his charge. Thus, the number of overs that Siraj takes every week, it is not necessary that this is due to the practice. “”He concluded by addressing the specific situation of Siraj. “This burden is also due to the match. So, therefore, another thing depends on the question of knowing if Siraj himself, or the physios, or his body considers that, no, I am tired. Then, they will think of the charge. Otherwise, his bowling charge is very high, is very good. So, there is no chance of peak in it.”
Finally some clarity on Bumrah situation! Been waiting for this update for days. Hope he plays becoz without him our pace attack looks so weak yaar. Fingers crossed he is fit and ready to go!!!
What kind of vague statement is this?? ‘According to his charge’ – what does that even mean? Media just creating hype for nothing. Give us proper information or don’t say anything at all. So frustating with this kind of nonsense updates.
Batting coach talking about bowler availability… makes perfect sense! What’s next, the physio announcing the team lineup? Or maybe the bus driver can comment on pitch conditions too? 😂
Bumrah be like: am I playing or not? Coach: according to your charge. Bumrah: ??? Coach: yes. Bumrah: what? Coach: maybe. Bumrah: *confusion intensifies* 🤣🤣
This is typical pre-match mind games nothing else. They want to keep England guessing about team composition. Smart strategy actualy but the wording could have been better lol
Why everyone acting like Bumrah is the only bowler we have?? Siraj and Shami can do the job too. This over dependence on one player shows poor team planing and managment. We should be building a squad not relying on one person all the time!
Oh great, another ‘according to his charge’ statement. Very helpful. Much clarity. Wow. Next they’ll say ‘he will play if he plays’ or ‘he wont play if he doesnt play’. Genius level communication right there.
For those who don’t understand, the batting coach is referring to the medical teams assessment of Bumrahs workload management. Fast bowlers need adequate rest between matches specially after playing continuous test cricket. The decision will likely be made based on his fitness test results 48 hours before the match as per standard ICC protocols.