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Jasprit Bumrah Snubs Virat Kohli For 'India's Fittest Cricketer'. Reply Sparks Internet War

The Indian cricket team fans have long been split over their choices for the "fittest cricketer in the side". While Ravindra Jadeja has been hailed by many experts all around the world, Virat Kohli has excelled over the years and is a major favourite among the fans. However, India fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah's answer to the question has resulted in a massive war on social media. When asked to choose the fittest cricketer in India, Bumrah said that he knows that the expected answer is Kohli but he put forward his own name. He added that he will always try to promote fast bowlers in these situations.

India's 'Pitch Strategy' For 1st Test Against Bangladesh Revealed

The stage is set. The preparations for the first Test between India and Bangladesh are underway at full throttle. With Rohit Sharma leading the pack, the Indian side will return to the longest format after a hiatus of six months, as they last faced England in a five-match series in March. The first match, which will begin from September 19, will be the first assignment of former South Africa pacer Morne Morkel as India's new bowling coach. On Friday, Team India adapted a different approach during it's first practice session.

"God Made Him Different": India Star's Massive Praise For Jasprit Bumrah

India fast bowler Akash Deep has hailed pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, saying "he has been uniquely crafted by God" and it's really tough to follow his actions. Akash made his memorable Test debut in February against England in Ranchi, where Rahul Dravid handed him his cap. He made everyone take notice with a fiery opening spell. With impressive performances in red-ball cricket, he now earned a spot in the 16-member squad for the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. "This is a huge responsibility that I have been given, allowing me to serve my team. Shami bhai is currently injured... I see this as a responsibility and am trying my best to live up to the faith that the selectors and BCCI management have placed in me," Akash Deep told IANS on his selection to the Indian squad.

American Pistachios Growers Onboards Jasprit Bumrah As Brand Ambassador

The India office of American Pistachios Growers (APG) has announced Jasprit Bumrah, one of the leading pace bowlers in the world, as the brand ambassador for California-grown American pistachios for the 2024-25 season. "Jasprit Bumrah's unwavering commitment to excellence, both on and off the field, makes him the ideal ambassador for American Pistachios Growers (APG)," said Garth Thorburn, the Minister Counselor for Agriculture at the US Embassy in India.

"He Can Take Wickets On A Cement Pitch": Ex-Pakistan Star Reserves Special Compliment For Jasprit Bumrah

Arguably the finest bowler of his generation and the best in the world at the moment, Jasprit Bumrah is used to getting the highest praise from cricketers, experts and fans alike. However, former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has gone one step further in stating that Bumrah is so good that he would threaten batters on cement pitches. Bumrah - who won the Player of the Tournament award in India's title-winning 2024 T20 World Cup - was singled out for compliments by Ali.

India Test Squad vs Bangladesh: BCCI's Vice-Captaincy Decision Baffles Everyone

Amid the chatter around Jasprit Bumrah being potentially rested for the 2-match Test series against Bangladesh, the marquee pacer surprisingly found a place in the squad for the first Test. Wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant also marked his return to the Test side after nearly 20 months out as India announced their 16-man squad for the series opener on Sunday. While some big names returned to the squad, some prominent names missed out too. However, another decision from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selection committee that raised eyebrows was the absence of a designated vice-captain.

India Test Squad vs Bangladesh: Full List Of Ins And Outs From Last Series

India's Test squad for the first Test against Bangladesh has seen plenty of Ins and Outs from the previous series against England. While Mohammed Shami couldn't prove his fitness to mark his return, marquee pacer Jasprit Bumrah did make it to the 16-member squad despite suggestions that he could be in for a longer break. However, the team did witness plenty of changes in comparison to the squad that was picked for India's previous Test assignment against England at home, which the hosts won 4-1.

Rishabh Pant Sneaks Into Opponent's Huddle During Duleep Trophy. Internet Says "Gali Mohhale Ki League" - Watch

Indian cricket team wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant decided to poke fun at the India A players on Day 4 of the Duleep Trophy encounter in Bengaluru. Pant, who was part of the India B team, sneaked into the opposition side's huddle while skipper Shubman Gill was giving his pre-match speech. In a video posted by Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on X (formerly called Twitter), Pant was seen stealthily joining the huddle and listening to the speech. While the India A players were quite unfazed by Pant's presence, fast bowler Avesh Khan decided to have a conversation with Pant after the speech ended.

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Jasprit Bumrah Snubs Virat Kohli For 'India's Fittest Cricketer'. Reply Sparks Internet War

India's 'Pitch Strategy' For 1st Test Against Bangladesh Revealed

"God Made Him Different": India Star's Massive Praise For Jasprit Bumrah

American Pistachios Growers Onboards Jasprit Bumrah As Brand Ambassador

"He Can Take Wickets On A Cement Pitch": Ex-Pakistan Star Reserves Special Compliment For Jasprit Bumrah

India Test Squad vs Bangladesh: BCCI's Vice-Captaincy Decision Baffles Everyone

India Test Squad vs Bangladesh: Full List Of Ins And Outs From Last Series

Rishabh Pant Sneaks Into Opponent's Huddle During Duleep Trophy. Internet Says "Gali Mohhale Ki League" - Watch