Jasprit Bumrah's fitness is under evaluation at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, with a comprehensive medical report expected soon. He will consult with the BCCI medical team to plan his recovery. Bumrah's availability for the Champions Trophy will be decided based on this report. Varun Chakaravarthy has replaced him in the England ODI squad.
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