Jasprit Bumrah's Test Career in Jeopardy, Says Mohammad Kaif

India's leading pacer Jasprit Bumrah may soon call it quits in Test cricket, according to former India batter Mohammad Kaif. Bumrah has been struggling with his body, particularly after a back spasm in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which led to him missing more than three months of competitive cricket. His current form in the ongoing Manchester Test against England is also raising concerns, with Kaif stating that Bumrah may not be able to maintain his usual speed.

Key Takeaways:

Jasprit Bumrah may retire from Test cricket soon due to ongoing body issues, according to Mohammad Kaif.
Bumrah's speed has decreased significantly, with him currently bowling at 130-135 kmph, compared to 140 kmph in previous Tests.
Kaif believes Bumrah is struggling to maintain his fitness level and his body is not supporting him.
Bumrah has been managing his workload with just three Tests scheduled before the upcoming Indian Premier League.
This may mark the end of an era for Indian cricket, with Bumrah being a key player for the national team.

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Bumrah's previous highest Test speed was 140 kmph in the Leeds and Lord's Tests.
In the current Manchester Test, Bumrah has taken only one wicket so far, dismissing Jamie Smith in the first innings.
Bumrah has been dealing with back spasms since the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, missing more than three months of cricket.
India's Test team has already lost key players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Ashwin, with Bumrah's potential retirement adding to the team's concerns.

Sources:

Mohammad Kaif's X (formerly Twitter) interview, "Bumrah Might Not Regain Form, Says Former India Pacer Mohammad Kaif"
"[India vs England] Jasprit Bumrah, 1/12 from 10 overs"
Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Bumrah's back spasm
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