Another review on the cards? More changes likely in India's backroom staff
The BCCI is reviewing the performance of its backroom staff, specifically head physiotherapist Kamlesh Jain, following a series of frequent player injuries. Team leadership, including captain Shubman Gill and coach Gautam Gambhir, have expressed frustration over the lack of player availability.
Why it matters
High injury rates in the Indian cricket team are impacting competitive performance and raising questions about the efficacy of the BCCI's fitness and conditioning protocols.
NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to assess the Indian team's injury concerns in the coming weeks. TimesofIndia.com has learnt that the current team management will provide feedback on physiotherapist Kamlesh Jain, who has been with the side since taking over from Nitin Patel in 2022. India have been grappling with injuries and frequent breakdowns in the past few months, and Jasprit is the latest addition to the growing list.Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy were also unavailable for selection due to their respective injuries. Washington Sundar is out of the first Test and remains highly doubtful for the second.
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