Kamlesh Jain: BCCI Mulls Staff Change After Injury Crisis? The Board of Control for Cricket in India is set to review the team’s persistent injury problems, with head physiotherapist Kamlesh Jain facing scrutiny. According to sources, the current management will provide feedback on Jain, who has held the role since 2022. The news comes as Jasprit Bumrah became the latest casualty, joining Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy on the sidelines. Washington Sundar is also doubtful for the second Test against Sri Lanka.
Discussions regarding Kamlesh Jain’s performance took place during the recent England series. Both captain Shubman Gill and coach Gautam Gambhir are reportedly frustrated with the frequent breakdowns that have forced them to field weakened teams. Gill had earlier stated, It becomes a little difficult when you come to the ground in the morning and find out that a player has a niggle… as a group, we need to improve our fitness. Senior players are now seeking advice from external specialists, with some questioning the transition from strength coach Soham Desai to Adrian Le Roux.
A source tracking developments highlighted the growing concern over Kamlesh Jain and the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE). The role of head physio Kamlesh Jain is under the scanner, the source said. The situation is now becoming a bit embarrassing… Was Nitish Reddy 100% fit? Was Harshit rushed back? These questions demand answers as the team struggles to field a first-choice playing XI.
With a packed schedule ahead, the BCCI may explore new names for the physiotherapist and doctor positions after the Sri Lanka Tests. The onus is on the support staff to raise red flags and prevent rushed recoveries. Ultimately, the board must act decisively to ensure player fitness takes priority, restoring stability to the squad for upcoming challenges.