Another back injury could end Jasprit Bumrah's career: Shane Bond
What's the story
Former New Zealand cricketer Shane Bond has raised serious concerns over Jasprit Bumrah's cricketing future.
The Indian pacer is currently recovering from a back injury that ruled him out of India's 2025 ICC Champions Trophy campaign.
Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, Bond warned that another injury in the same area could potentially end Bumrah's career prematurely.
There is no clarity over Bumrah's availability for IPL 2025.
Strategy
Bond emphasizes on cautious management of Bumrah
Having dealt with back injuries himself, Bond said he wouldn't want Bumrah to play more than two matches on the trot during the England tour.
He stressed how the Indian team management deals with Bumrah's case is crucial.
"He's too valuable for the next World Cup and stuff," said Bond. "So you'd be looking at five Tests in England, I wouldn't want to be playing him in any more than two in a row."
Concerns
Bond highlights risks of IPL transition to Test matches
Bond also emphasized the dangers of switching from the IPL to Test matches.
"How do they manage that is going to be key," he added, stressing on careful management during this transitional period for Bumrah.
Bumrah has been pivotal to MI's success in the IPL. However, his participation in the impending tournament is shrouded in mystery.
Recovery status
Bumrah's recovery and future participation uncertain
Bumrah has been out of action since January this year due to a lower back injury. He is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
As mentioned, his return to the IPL will likely be delayed, reports suggest.
Bond, who underwent his first back surgery at 29 like Bumrah, knows the importance of careful workload management for a successful comeback.