In a fiery display of fast bowling, the Indian seamers led by captain Jasprit Bumrah decimated the Australian batting line-up on the first day of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth. After being bowled out for just 150 runs in their first innings, India came back strong with a relentless bowling attack that saw Australia lose their top five wickets for a meager 38 runs. With an 83-run lead, India will look to continue their dominant performance on Day 2 against a struggling Australian side.
Jasprit Bumrah's present-moment awareness and inclination to rely on instincts makes him the perfect replacement for regular skipper Rohit Sharma in the Border Gavaskar Trophy series. In a vulnerable Indian team facing absences, injuries, and lack of form, Bumrah's relaxed approach and ability to think on his feet could be the way out in the daunting Perth test. His calm demeanour on his first day as captain highlights his natural ability and readiness for the role, something he had previously discussed in an interview.
India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was forced to sit out for the final Test against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium due to his ongoing viral illness. Captain Rohit Sharma confirmed this news at the toss, where New Zealand won and elected to bat first. Bumrah's absence leaves a major void in India's bowling department, as they aim for a consolation win in the third and final Test of the series.
After rain delayed the start of Day 5, Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah struck early on to dismiss New Zealand's Tom Latham without adding any runs to their score. Bumrah's sharp delivery struck Latham on the knee roll and the umpire didn't hesitate to give him out. Latham's review also proved unsuccessful as India aimed to defend a low total and secure a win in the first Test match.
During a recent interaction on a YouTube channel, Pakistani cricketer Ihsanullah stated that his teammate Naseem Shah is a better bowler than Indian superstar Jasprit Bumrah. Despite Bumrah being ranked number one in ICC Test bowler's rankings and being in excellent form for India in the 2023 ODI World Cup and 2024 T20 World Cup, Ihsanullah firmly believes that Naseem outperforms Bumrah. This statement has caused a stir in the cricket world, sparking debates and discussions among fans.
As India gears up for potentially their third ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final, concerns rise about the lack of backup seamers in their Test squad. With Bumrah, Shami, and Siraj as the main pacers, the options for backup seamers on overseas tours are limited. As the Duleep Trophy approaches, former bowling coach Bharat Arun highlights the importance of nurturing and giving exposure to potential pacers for the upcoming tours, stressing the need for red-ball overs. With a long list of pacers used by India in recent years, only a handful remain in the system for the 2024-25 season, raising questions about India's preparation for future overseas tours.
Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah, known as one of the greatest pacers of the current generation, recently answered a question about the toughest batter to bowl to in his typical style. Despite being asked about his opponent, Bumrah's answer showed his focus on his own performance rather than worrying about others. The viral video of his response has gained a lot of attention, while Bumrah is currently on a break and will likely be back for India's upcoming Test series against Bangladesh.
According to a recent report, young player Shubman Gill will be stepping into the role of vice-captain for the Indian cricket team in their upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. Not only has he been Rohit Sharma's deputy in white-ball cricket, but it looks like Gill will also be taking on an important role in red-ball cricket. Additionally, Gill is considered a top contender for future captaincy in all formats, and this move could be a significant step towards that. Meanwhile, newly-appointed T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has expressed his commitment to maintaining the aggressive style of play cultivated by previous captain Rohit Sharma during his successful reign.
In an historic moment, Indian cricketers Jasprit Bumrah and Smriti Mandhana have been named the ICC Players of the Month for June 2024. Bumrah was chosen for his contributions to India's T20 World Cup win while Mandhana was recognized for her batting performances in their ODI series win against South Africa. This is the first time cricketers from the same country have won the awards in a single month since their inception in 2021. Both Bumrah and Mandhana expressed their gratitude and excitement for the recognition and thanked their teammates, coaches, and fans for their support.
As India takes on Australia in the Super Eights Match 11 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, all eyes will be on the men in blue as they aim to continue their dominance over their opponents. With a favorable head-to-head record and an impressive performance in their previous outing, India will look to continue their winning streak against a struggling Australian team. Key players to watch out for include Pat Cummins, who has been in stellar form with the ball for Australia.