Overview

• India’s bowling coach publicly defended using Bumrah up front to chase early breakthroughs on surfaces expected to aid spin after the powerplay.
• The current plan has Bumrah bowling two to three overs in the first six with only one reserved for the death, with adjustments left to match conditions.
• Bumrah has five wickets in four matches so far at an economy rate of 7.33 runs per over, according to tournament reports.
• Former player Mohammed Kaif has questioned whether this powerplay-heavy role serves India’s long-term interests.
• India advanced to the September 28 final against Pakistan after edging Sri Lanka in a Super Over, with Bumrah rested for that game.