Jasprit Bumrah’s absence from the Australia ODI series has triggered a heated debate. Many fans believe India’s bowling lacked strength without their star pacer and argue that India could have won if Bumrah had played against Australia.
Questions Over Team Management
The controversy began when Bumrah was made to play the one-sided West Indies Test series. Reports suggest he was overbowled despite India’s clear dominance. Soon after, he was rested for the Australia ODIs, leaving fans questioning the logic behind the scheduling.
BCCI Faces Blame for Poor Planning
Several fans have blamed the BCCI for mismanaging player workloads. They feel the West Indies Tests could have been used to give Bumrah a break, saving him for the tougher Australia challenge. Many are calling it another case of poor planning by the board.
Divided Opinions Among Fans
Not everyone agrees, though. Some support the management’s approach, saying the West Indies Tests carried valuable World Test Championship (WTC) points, while the Australia ODIs had no long-term importance. They believe prioritising WTC games was the right decision.
Pressure Mounts on the Management
Regardless of opinions, BCCI’s choices are under scrutiny. From team selection to player workload, every move is being questioned. With fans growing impatient after recent results, the pressure is on the management to make smarter decisions moving forward.
