Fri Nov 01 13:18:50 UTC 2024: ## Bumrah Rested for Mumbai Test, Focus Shifts to Australia

**Mumbai, India -** India will be without star pacer Jasprit Bumrah for the crucial third and final Test against New Zealand, starting November 1st at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Bumrah has been rested to manage his workload ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, starting November 22nd.

According to sources, Bumrah has already flown back to Ahmedabad and will rejoin the team upon their departure for Australia. The Indian team management believes the rest will allow Bumrah to recover and be fully prepared for the challenging Australian series.

In Bumrah’s absence, Mohammed Siraj is expected to partner Akash Deep in the pace attack. The team’s head coach, Gautam Gambhir, remained tight-lipped about Bumrah’s training, stating that he was conserving energy due to Mumbai’s weather conditions.

While Bumrah’s absence is a blow to India’s hopes of winning the series against New Zealand, the decision emphasizes the team’s focus on the upcoming Australian tour. Bumrah’s performance in the Bangladesh series was below his usual standards, and this rest period is crucial for his recovery and preparation.

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