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Bumrah's role: India to keep England guessing
2 Mar
Summary
- Jasprit Bumrah's bowling deployment will be a strategic surprise.
- India aims to counter England's quality with flexible tactics.
- Past bilateral victories don't guarantee T20 World Cup success.
India's coach, Gautam Gambhir, indicated that the team will deliberately keep England uncertain about star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah's deployment in the T20 World Cup semi-final. Bumrah, recognized globally as a top all-format paceman, has been utilized strategically by India during the tournament.
Gambhir explained that Bumrah's role is tailored to specific opposition strengths, citing his use against the West Indies' middle-order firepower. This flexible approach, dubbed 'horses for courses,' is expected to continue against England.
India secured their semi-final spot after chasing a substantial target against the West Indies. However, Gambhir cautioned against relying on a significant victory over England from 13 months ago, stressing the different pressures and stakes of a World Cup.
He acknowledged England as a world-class and quality team with many talented players. Gambhir stressed that India will need a special performance to overcome them in the crucial semi-final clash.
