The conver These were situations manifested by multiple relapses which only create more doubt on his future.It surely will be missed, and it's just that finally it has been the action, pinpoint accuracy, and death-over prowess of Bumrah who has been driving India to success in all formats. Though there'll never be another cricketer quite like Jasprit Bumrah to the side, it's for the management to decide who could possibly take his place for this big occasion. Thus, the column goes about three probable contenders who would step in to fill the huge gulf created behind. Jasprit Bumrah Image Source : Getty Images It is important to appreciate the yardsticks set by Bumrah, whose consistency and versatility have redefined fast bowling in white-ball cricket, before identifying potential successors. Jasprit Bumrah ODI Statistics Statistic Value Matches 89 Innings 88 Balls Bowled 4580 Runs Conceded 3509 Wickets 149 Average 23.55 Economy 4.59 Strike Rate 30.7 Best Bowling 6/19 4W Hauls 6 5W Hauls 2 Jasprit Bumrah T20I Statistics Statistic Value Matches 70 Innings 69 Balls Bowled 1509 Runs Conceded 1579 Wickets 89 Average 17.74 Economy 6.27 Strike Rate 16.9 Best Bowling 3/7 Bumrah is a master who can play under any condition and situation. From extracting swing from a new ball to hitting yorkers, he's an absolute master at the death. His absence calls not only for replacement by an able bowler but also very strategic approach for managing his replacement. Also Read | Jasprit Bumrah Biography - Age, Records, Personal Life, Achievements - All Details 3 Players Who Can Replace Jasprit Bumrah in Champions Trophy 2025 Prasidh Krishna Image Source : Getty Images The most important reason that sets him apart from the others as a leader is his tall and steep bounce generation. Standing tall at 6'2\ ", the consistent speed in his high-arm action has already been proving problematic for the very best batsmen. Being an established performer in ODIs, Krishna's latest performances mark underlining of the capability of handling the responsibility of high-pressure matches. Prasidh Krishna Stats ODI Statistics Value T20I Statistics Value Matches 17 Matches 5 Wickets 29 Wickets 8 Average 25.58 Average 27.50 Economy 5.60 Economy 11.00 Strike Rate 27.3 Strike Rate 15.0 Best Bowling 4/12 Best Bowling 3/41 Krishna can exploit bounce and maintain disciplined lines to make him a potent force in the middle overs. His T20I economy rate shows scope for improvement in controlling runs, especially on flat pitches. His temperament along with his knack of taking wickets puts him in good stead for a spot in the Champions Trophy squad. Mukesh Kumar Image Source : Getty Images Mukesh Kumar has emerged to be a bankable new-ball bowler. The swing that goes both ways has been one of the critical components of his game, and it is mainly for consistency he has shown in domestic cricket, that he found a place in the Indian side. Though there has been nothing done at international level, his profile is interesting anyway. Mukesh Kumar Stats ODI Statistics Value T20I Statistics Value Matches 6 Matches 17 Wickets 5 Wickets 20 Average 43.40 Average 24.35 Economy 5.56 Economy 9.01 Strike Rate 46.8 Strike Rate 16.2 Best Bowling 3/30 Best Bowling 4/22 Though his ODI average is a little on the higher side, Kumar's knack of giving good tight spells upfront and taking wickets at the right junctures holds great value for the team. His recent performance in IPLs has also exhibited growth in how he deals with high-pressure situations, especially at the death. Khaleel Ahmed Image Source : BCCI Khaleel Ahmed's left-arm pace will give a different feel to the Indian bowling side that has had dominance of right-arm quicks. He bowls upfront and plays white-ball cricket, so this is a contender.The uncertainty is also generated through left-arm pacers. Natural angles do get the better of the batters. Also Read | 3 Indian Cricketers to Replace Rohit Sharma as Test Captain Khaleel Ahmed Stats ODI Statistics Value T20I Statistics Value Matches 11 Matches 18 Wickets 15 Wickets 16 Average 31.00 Average 35.12 Economy 5.81 Economy 8.51 Strike Rate 32.0 Strike Rate 24.7 Best Bowling 3/13 Best Bowling 2/27 Ahmed's innings in the 2024 IPL series have once more cemented him in the long list of viable powerplay specialists, though his comparison averages and economics still hint of a necessity of greater consistency while playing at major pressure games. Conclusion It is never easy to replace a player like Jasprit Bumrah. Though Prasidh Krishna, with his bounce and good ODI record, is one of the favourites, Mukesh Kumar's new-ball control and Khaleel Ahmed's left-arm variation give other options to consider. Team management should adopt a horses-for-courses approach, so to speak. They have to get the best out of them, for the specific purpose of the match's needs. The countdown for Champions Trophy 2025 would start with fingers crossed by the Indian cricket fraternity hoping that Bumrah will recover soon. If that is not to happen, India's bench strength is all set to pose a challenge. India's pace attack will remain menacing in any case.