3 pacers India must have in 2019 World Cup squad 

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#1 Jasprit Bumrah

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Jasprit Bumrah is the backbone of current Indian bowling unit. He is a regular member of all three formats, and he is equally impressive in each format. Bumrah has noteworthy pace, and he can consistently bowl at 140 kmh. He will play a crucial role if India wants to lift the World Cup in England.

Bumrah had an unforgettable Test series in Australia where he took 21 wickets in 4 Test matches. He was the joint highest wicket-taker with Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon. However, he was rested for the ODI series in Australia to reduce the workload. He is also rested for the New Zealand tour, as the World Cup is just five months away. India can not afford to lose their most bankable fast bowler due to an injury.

Bumrah has been playing ODI Cricket for three years, and he has brought a significant change in Indian bowling unit. He is known for deadly yorkers, and he is the most reliable bowler in the death overs. As a matter of fact, he can dismantle any batting line-up on his day. Presently, Bumrah is the number one ranked ODI bowler. He has taken 78 ODI wickets in 44 matches at an impressive average of 21.

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