Ahead of India’s upcoming clash against Nepal in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023, talented fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has left the team camp and returned to Mumbai. The official reason for his departure has not been disclosed, but it is anticipated that Bumrah will rejoin the team if the Men in Blue successfully qualify for the Super Four of the competition.
According to reports, Bumrah is currently in excellent physical condition and may have left for India to focus on personal matters. In his absence, there is every possibility of Mohammed Shami returning to the playing eleven, as the match against Nepal is important for both teams. The team that gets its first win in the Asia Cup will advance to the next round.
Meanwhile, in the match against Pakistan, India’s top order suffered a massive collapse and struggled against a strong bowling attack comprising Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah. As a result, the team will aim to improve its performance in the upcoming match. Under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, the team is determined to excel in the Asia Cup 2023 and prepare adequately for the upcoming ODI World Cup.
During the last match, both star batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were left stunned by Shaheen’s exceptional bowling, while Shreyas Iyer, who was aiming to cement his position as the number four batsman in the ODI lineup, once again failed to bowl well with the short ball. Became a victim Additionally, young talent Shubman Gill failed to make a lasting impact on the game.
On the other hand, Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya displayed exceptional cricketing skills and contributed significantly to India’s respectable score. Kishan, currently filling in for the injured KL Rahul, scored a brilliant 82 while Pandya scored 87 in Pallekele.
Unfortunately, due to rain, the bowlers were unable to showcase their skills there. However, they are determined to make a strong impact against Nepal. It is noteworthy that Nepal, captained by Rohit Paudel, had to face a shameful defeat against Pakistan in the opening match of the competition. As a result, they will be eager to make a comeback, but it will undoubtedly be a challenging task for them.