Jasprit Bumrah’s absence from the third T20I against South Africa caught fans by surprise. India’s captain, Suryakumar Yadav, announced during the toss that Bumrah had returned home for personal reasons. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) later confirmed that they would provide updates on Bumrah’s availability for the remaining matches in the series.
Bumrah’s Impact on the Team
Jasprit Bumrah, a key player for India, recently achieved a significant milestone. He became the first Indian bowler to secure 100 international wickets across all formats. His absence is a notable loss for the team.
In Bumrah’s place, Harshit Rana was included in the playing XI. Additionally, all-rounder Axar Patel was also unavailable for the match due to illness. This left India with a slightly altered squad for the crucial game.
Match Context
- The T20I series is currently tied at 1-1.
- A win in the third match would provide an important lead in the series.
Captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed confidence in the team despite the absences. He highlighted the conditions, noting that the pitch was excellent with some dew expected to influence the game. He aimed for his team to maintain focus and enjoy their performance.
Team Selection for the 3rd T20I
India’s lineup for the third T20I included:
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | Batsman |
| Shubman Gill | Batsman |
| Suryakumar Yadav (c) | Captain |
| Tilak Varma | Batsman |
| Hardik Pandya | All-rounder |
| Shivam Dube | All-rounder |
| Jitesh Sharma (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
| Harshit Rana | Bowler |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Bowler |
| Varun Chakravarthy | Bowler |
With the series evenly matched and key players missing, the third T20I holds great significance for both teams as they strive for victory.
