Overview

• Morne Morkel defended using Jasprit Bumrah for two to three overs with the new ball instead of saving him primarily for the death.
• He said the approach follows the T20 "golden rule" of taking wickets early, with flexibility to adjust on the day based on conditions.
• Bumrah has five wickets in four Asia Cup matches, conceding at 7.33 runs per over, according to reported tournament figures.
• The powerplay-heavy deployment has left him with only one over at the death and has drawn criticism from former player Mohammed Kaif.
• India edged Sri Lanka via a Super Over in their Super 4 game and now face Pakistan in Sunday’s final in Dubai.