Overview

• Glenn McGrath says Bumrah needs an off-season for targeted physical strengthening after persistent back issues
• He notes that Bumrah’s hyperextended, close-release action places exceptional stress on his body
• McGrath argues it would be a shame to confine Bumrah solely to Test matches given his impact in ODIs and T20s
• He urges India to cultivate a deeper pool of fast bowlers so Bumrah can avoid prolonged spells
• India limited Bumrah to three Tests in England and rested him for the fifth match on medical advice to manage his workload