July 2022:

After the 2nd ODI against England, Bumrah reported a back problem, causing him to miss the 3rd ODI. Further examination revealed it was a re-emergence of a back injury he suffered in 2019.

Akash Kharade
Jul 18, 2023

August 2022:

Due to the flare-up of his back issue, Bumrah was unable to participate in the ODI series in West Indies and had to return to the NCA for treatment.

August 2022:

Unfortunately, Bumrah was unable to recover in time for the Asia Cup, leading to his absence from the tournament.

September 2022:

Despite a two-and-a-half-month recovery period, Bumrah made a rushed return for the South Africa series ahead of the T20 WC.

September 2022:

However, his comeback was short-lived as he aggravated the injury after bowling just 6 overs in two T20s, leading to his withdrawal from the T20 World Cup entirely.

October 2022:

Bumrah was ruled out of the T20 World Cup entirely to focus on his recovery.

November 2022:

The pacer was unable to join the New Zealand tour due to ongoing injury concerns.

December 2022:

Similarly, Bumrah was also forced to miss the Bangladesh tour as he continued to recover.

January 2023:

Initially named in the Sri Lanka ODI series, Bumrah had to be pulled out after experiencing back pain during a fitness session at the NCA while handling a higher workload.

February 2023:

Bumrah's injury persisted, resulting in him being ruled out of the Border Gavaskar Trophy.

February 2023:

Due to the ongoing recovery process, Bumrah had to miss both IPL 2023 and the WTC Final.

August 2023:

It is expected that Bumrah will make his much-awaited comeback during the Ireland series.

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