Karachi, As India gears up for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah shared insights into his recovery from injury and his approach to the game. Having made a strong comeback over the past year, Bumrah is poised to play a key role in India’s campaign for their second T20 World Cup title.

According to International Cricket Council, Bumrah, who missed the 2022 T20 World Cup due to a back injury, returned to international cricket in August last year with a series against Ireland. Since then, he has been a pivotal figure in India’s bowling lineup, achieving notable success including a standout performance in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, where he took 20 wickets at an impressive economy rate.

Bumrah’s philosophy since his return has been focused on enjoying the game and concentrating on the process rather than the outcome. This mindset, he believes, reduces pressure and enhances his performance on the field. Bumrah also highlighted the importance of repetition in mastering his skills, particularly the yorker, which he developed playing tennis-ball cricket in his youth.

As the senior-most pacer in the Indian squad, Bumrah discussed his role in mentoring younger players like Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh. He emphasized the importance of giving them space to grow and learn through their own experiences rather than overwhelming them with information.

India is set to compete in Group A of the T20 World Cup alongside Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, and the USA, looking to capitalize on their strong team dynamics and Bumrah’s leadership in the bowling attack.