Jasprit Bumrah Ruled Out of Champions Trophy as India Eyes Future Leadership Changes
Bumrah's injury sidelines him from the tournament, while reports suggest Rohit Sharma may no longer feature in Tests, paving the way for Bumrah as India's next Test captain.
- Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy due to a back injury, with Harshit Rana named as his replacement in India's squad.
- The BCCI is reportedly preparing to transition leadership in Test cricket, with Bumrah likely to succeed Rohit Sharma as captain starting from the England series in mid-2025.
- Rohit Sharma's declining form in Test cricket, including a poor 2024 season and six consecutive Test losses, has led to speculation about his future in the format.
- Arshdeep Singh is expected to play a key role in India's pace attack during the Champions Trophy, with analysts highlighting his potential to adapt his T20I success to the 50-over format.
- Bumrah has begun training at the National Cricket Academy, sharing updates on social media, as he focuses on recovery and a potential leadership role in the Test team.
Hindustan Times 
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