India has got a bulletproof plan for bowlers’ workload management: Morkel
India's cricket management has outlined a dedicated backup bowling group for the upcoming New Zealand Test series, describing it as a “bulletproof” workload plan. Bowling coach Morne Morkel highlighted that left‑arm pacer Arshdeep Singh could be included despite his lack of Test experience.
- ✓India's cricket management has outlined a dedicated backup bowling group for the upcoming New Zealand Test series, describing it as a “bulletproof” workload plan.
- ✓The ODI series will conclude four days before the first Test, which is scheduled to begin on November 19.
- ✓The strategy, devised months before the tour, reflects the board’s effort to prevent player burnout amid an intense schedule.
India’s coaching staff, led by former South African fast bowler Morne Morkel, announced a specialised contingency pool of bowlers to be stationed in New Zealand ahead of the two‑match Test series slated for November. The move is part of a broader “bulletproof” workload‑management strategy aimed at safeguarding the pace attack during a congested tour.
The tour itinerary features five T20 Internationals, five One‑Day Internationals and two Tests. The ODI series will conclude four days before the first Test, which is scheduled to begin on November 19. Morkel said the plan includes rotating bowlers throughout the ODIs to give them match practice and gradually build their workloads, with Arshdeep Singh being considered for a potential red‑ball debut despite never having played Test cricket for India.
The strategy, devised months before the tour, reflects the board’s effort to prevent player burnout amid an intense schedule. By retaining a ready reserve of fast bowlers, the BCCI aims to maintain performance levels while protecting the health of its athletes, a concern that resonates with players, support staff and the cricket‑watching public alike.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu Sports |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | SPORTS |
| Jurisdiction | All India / National |
| Publication Date | 26 October 2026 |