Former New Zealand fast bowler Shane Bond has expressed concerns over Jasprit Bumrah’s long-term fitness, warning that another back injury could potentially end the Indian pacer’s career. Bond, who has worked closely with Bumrah during his tenure as the Mumbai Indians' bowling coach, stressed the importance of managing his workload effectively. Bond, who himself struggled with multiple injuries before retiring at the age of 34, understands the physical toll fast bowling takes on a player’s body. Speaking on ESPNcricinfo’s Match Day show, he highlighted the risks associated with Bumrah’s recurring back issues. “He is India’s best bowler, but if he suffers another injury in the same spot, it could be a career-ender. I’m not sure he can have surgery on that area again,” Bond warned. Bumrah, who was the Player of the Series in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, sustained a back injury that ruled him out of the Champions Trophy. However, he is expected to return in the second week of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Following the IPL, he is set to feature in India’s five-match Test series against England, which starts on June 20. Also Read: Umar Akmal wants to play for Pakistan again Bond, however, believes that India must be cautious with Bumrah’s workload, especially in Test cricket. He strongly advised against playing him in more than two consecutive Tests. "He's too valuable for the next World Cup and other major tournaments. Looking at the five Tests in England, I wouldn’t want him playing more than two in a row," Bond said. The former Kiwi pacer stressed that the Indian management must sit down with Bumrah and help him understand the importance of workload management. “You are always desperate to play, but at times, you have to recognize the risks and make compromises to prolong your career,” he said. 'Transition from IPL to Tests will be a risk' Bond also pointed out the challenges of transitioning from T20 cricket to Test matches, particularly in terms of workload and physical preparation. “The transition from IPL to Test cricket always carries a risk. In the IPL, where you play three games a week, you might only get one training session and bowl about 20 overs in total. That’s less than half the workload of a Test match. It’s a massive jump when you shift from one format to another,” he explained. Bumrah is expected to be fit for the Mumbai Indians' third IPL match. Following the IPL, India will head to England for the five-match Test series, which will conclude at The Oval, with the final Test starting on July 31.