IND vs ENG 2024: Jasprit Bumrah missing as Indian team lands in Ranchi ahead of fourth Test

After a resounding victory in the third Test match in Rajkot, the caravan has now moved to Ranchi for the fourth encounter between India and England. However, with all the anticipation and excitement, there was a noteworthy absence in the Indian team as Jasprit Bumrah did not arrive with the squad to Ranchi.

The Indian Cricket Team, led by Rohit Sharma, touched down in Ranchi, eagerly awaited by fans. While the team's spirits are very high, the absence of  Bumrah, who has been a key figure in the series so far, has somewhat confirmed the speculations of him being rested for the fourth game of the series.

Jasprit Bumrah might miss the fourth Test

Bumrah has had a stellar performance in the series and is currently the leading wicket-taker with 17 wickets to his name. As the Indian contingent descended at the Birsa Munda Airport, it was Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep who were the only seamers visible along with the team. Rohit Sharma, coach Rahul Dravid, and Shubman Gill also landed at Ranchi ahead of the Test match.

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There are reports that KL Rahul, who missed the previous two Tests due to injury, might make his return. Additionally, there are talks of Mukesh Kumar rejoining the squad, after leaving to play for his domestic team Bengal in the Ranji Trophy.

As India leads the series 2-1 after a commanding victory in Rajkot, all eyes are now on Ranchi for the fourth Test, scheduled to commence on February 23. 

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