Jasprit Bumrah: India bowler ruled out of T20 World Cup

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India fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the 2022 Men’s T20 World Cup with a back stress fracture.

The 28-year-old, one of the best bowlers in the world, recently pulled out of India’s T20 series against South Africa with a back issue.

India say the decision was taken after “detailed assessment and in consultation with the specialists”.

They are seen as one of the favourites for the tournament which begins later this month.

More to follow.