MUMBAI, India — India’s renowned fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will not participate in the forthcoming Champions Trophy due to a lower-back injury.
The Indian cricket team confirmed on Tuesday that following this unfortunate development, Bumrah, aged 31, will be replaced by Harshit Rana in the squad.

The Champions Trophy, featuring eight competing teams, is set to commence on February 19, hosted by Pakistan. However, India will be playing its matches in Dubai.

Before their campaign in the Champions Trophy kicks off, India is scheduled to play its last one-day international match against England on Wednesday, marking an important moment as they prepare for the tournament ahead.