India confirmed the news on Monday, with uncapped quick Auqib Nabi locked in as Bumrah’s replacement in the squad.
“Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka as he has not yet fully recovered from the left knee injury sustained during the ODI series against England,” India said via a statement.
“The Men’s Selection Committee has named Auqib Nabi as Bumrah’s replacement.
“The Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler earns his maiden call-up to the senior national team.
“Nabi claimed 104 wickets across the last two Ranji Trophy seasons, including 60 wickets in the 2025-26 campaign, playing a pivotal role in Jammu and Kashmir’s maiden Ranji Trophy triumph.
“He was also part of the India A squad that toured Sri Lanka recently, where he claimed six wickets in two first-class matches.”