Hope Bumrah, Shami finish IPL well & we’ve a fit team vs Eng: Rohit
As the Indian cricket team prepares to face England in a five-match Test series starting June 20, captain Rohit Sharma is keeping a close eye on the performances of his pace bowlers, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Shami, who are currently participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Both Bumrah, who plays for the Mumbai Indians (MI), and Shami, who plays for the SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), are crucial members of the Indian bowling attack, and Rohit wants them to finish the IPL on a high note, without any concerns.
In an interview, Rohit expressed his hopes for the duo’s performances in the remaining IPL matches. “I hope Bumrah and Shami finish the IPL really well, without any concerns. Then we’ll have a full, fit team going to England, and then obviously we’ll have a great series there,” he said.
Bumrah, who has been struggling with injuries in the past, has been in good form in the IPL this season, picking up 10 wickets in six matches for MI. Shami, on the other hand, has been a consistent performer for SRH, grabbing nine wickets in seven matches. Both bowlers have been working hard to regain their form and fitness, and a strong finish in the IPL will give them the much-needed confidence and momentum heading into the England series.
The Indian team has been working hard on its preparations for the England series, with a focus on rebuilding its bowling attack. The team’s pace bowling unit has been weakened by the absence of senior bowlers like Ishant Sharma and Umesh Yadav, who are currently out of action due to injuries. Bumrah and Shami are likely to play key roles in the series, and a strong performance in the IPL will help them to regain their rhythm and confidence.
Rohit, who has been leading the Indian team in all formats, is well aware of the challenges that lie ahead in the England series. “It’s going to be a big series, and we’re looking forward to it. We’ve got a good team, and we’re working hard to make sure we’re prepared for it,” he said.
The Indian team has been working on its weaknesses, particularly in the batting department, where the team has struggled to score big runs. Rohit is confident that his batsmen have the ability to score runs in English conditions, and he is looking forward to seeing them in action.
“England is a tough place to play, but I think our batsmen have the ability to score runs there. We’ve got a good balance in the team, and I’m confident that we can do well,” he said.
The Indian team has been training hard in the lead-up to the England series, with a focus on building its strength and endurance. The team has been practicing in the nets, working on its bowling and fielding, and building its mental toughness.
Rohit is confident that his team is well-prepared for the challenge ahead, and he is looking forward to seeing them in action. “We’ve got a good team, and we’re working hard to make sure we’re prepared for it. We’re looking forward to a great series,” he said.
In conclusion, Rohit’s hopes for Bumrah and Shami to finish the IPL well are well-placed, as both bowlers are crucial members of the Indian bowling attack. A strong performance in the IPL will give them the much-needed confidence and momentum heading into the England series, where the Indian team will be looking to make a strong statement.
