Indian team management faces a February 11 deadline to determine Jasprit Bumrah's fate in the upcoming Champions Trophy, as concerns over the pace spearhead's fitness continue to mount. Current scenario The uncertainty deepened after Bumrah, named in India's provisional 15-member squad on January 18, travelled to Bengaluru for medical assessment instead of joining the team for Wednesday's Ahmedabad ODI against England. These matches represent India's final international fixtures before the tournament begins on February 19. Medical assessment The fast bowler's last competitive appearance came in early January's Sydney Test, where a back issue prevented his participation in Australia's second innings. According to chief selector Ajit Agarkar, medical staff prescribed a five-week bowling break, with fresh scans scheduled for early February to evaluate the stress reaction in his back. Decision matrix Before February 11 deadline, a report carried by ESPNCricinfo suggests that the team management must choose between: Tournament context India's Group A schedule in Dubai: All matches were relocated to Dubai following the Indian government's decision regarding travel to Pakistan, the official host nation. Strategic implications The decision's timing, just eight days before India's opening match, could significantly impact the team's tournament strategy, particularly for crucial early encounters against subcontinental rivals.Original Article