IND vs AUS, Perth Test: BOOM, BOOM Bumrah rattles Australian top-order, India's No.1 bowler wins hearts| WATCH
By Sunita Iyer | First Published Nov 22, 2024, 1:56 PM ISTJasprit Bumrah's fiery spell with the ball provided a thrilling display of fast-bowling brilliance, as India fought back against Australia on Day 1 of the first Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Perth on Friday.
Jasprit Bumrah's fiery spell with the ball provided a thrilling display of fast-bowling brilliance, as India fought back against Australia on Day 1 of the first Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Perth on Friday. The Indian pacer produced a stunning performance to send the Australian top-order packing, leaving a lasting impression with his lethal pace and accuracy.
AS SIMPLE AS THAT FOR THE GOAT. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/CPcwFkkegd
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra)After India’s disappointing batting collapse, where they were bowled out for just 150, Bumrah took charge and turned the tide in India’s favour with a sensational three-wicket burst that left Australia reeling. Bumrah’s performance, in which he claimed the key wickets of Nathan McSweeney, Usman Khawaja, and Steven Smith, reaffirmed why he is regarded as India’s No. 1 bowler and one of the most feared fast bowlers in world cricket.
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The highlight of Bumrah's spell was a superb delivery to McSweeney, which hit the Australian batter on the pad after an in-swinging delivery. Bumrah’s quick review showed a textbook dismissal, with Hawk-Eye confirming three reds and the ball set to crash into the top of middle stump. McSweeney’s nervy start was cut short as he departed for just 10, leaving Australia 1 down for 10 runs.
CAPTAIN JASPRIT BUMRAH WITH A GREAT REVIEW. 🇮🇳
- India gets the opening wicket! pic.twitter.com/evxby52S3L
Captain Bumrah strikes!
Nathan McSweeney is out LBW for 10 runs.
Live - https://t.co/gTqS3UPruo… pic.twitter.com/6d9MmJtrtJ
"𝙇𝙚𝙡𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙡𝙚" they said & gets the debutant Nathan McSweeney! 😁
What a delivery to get the breakthrough! ⚡
📺 👉 1st Test, Day 1, LIVE NOW! pic.twitter.com/axdidpP8GS
Bumrah wasn't done yet. In his 7th over of the Australian innings, he struck again with a beautiful delivery to Khawaja. The Australian opener, having struggled to find his rhythm, was caught at second slip by Virat Kohli. It was a brilliant set-up from Bumrah, as Khawaja failed to cover the line with his bat and sent a thin edge to Kohli, who made no mistake. Khawaja’s departure left Australia at 2 for 18, adding more pressure on the Aussie batters.
OUT! Usman Khawaja's struggles come to an end! Bumrah gets his man, Khawaja edges one to Virat Kohli for 8(19). Australia 19/2 (6.4 overs), Australia trail by 131 runs. pic.twitter.com/98NQSHEqnH
— vigneshbv (@vickybv1997)But Bumrah's crowning moment came when he bowled a gem to Steven Smith. The Australian skipper, who is known for his resilience, was left bamboozled by a ball that decked back sharply, trapping him plumb in front of the stumps. Smith's attempt to play across the line was too late, and Bumrah’s full-length delivery had him out for a duck, leaving Australia at 3 for 18. Hawk-Eye confirmed it would have hit the stumps, and Bumrah’s pace off the hand (141 km/h) proved to be too much for Smith. It was a peach of a delivery and one that would have thrilled any fast-bowling aficionado.
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Boom boom Bumrah!
Back to back wickets for the Skipper 🫡🫡
Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith depart!
Live - https://t.co/gTqS3UPruo…… pic.twitter.com/Y1qtGQlCWB
GOLDEN DUCK FOR SMITH...!!!!
- Bumrah, The GOAT is here. pic.twitter.com/3OpeomIPpW
Bumrah’s mesmerizing spell was a testament to his skill, determination, and match-winning ability. The Indian pacer’s spell was a perfect mix of precision, swing, and pace, a combination that left Australia reeling in the face of relentless pressure.
India crumbles for 150 all out
While Bumrah stole the show, it was the Indian top-order's dismal performance earlier in the day that had put India in a vulnerable position. Despite a spirited fight from debutant Nitish Reddy (41) and Rishabh Pant (37), India's batsmen failed to cope with the bounce and seam movement generated by Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Pat Cummins. India's innings lasted just 48.4 overs, with their top order falling prey to Australia’s disciplined pacers.
KL Rahul (26), Yashasvi Jaiswal (0), and Devdutt Padikkal (0) were all dismissed cheaply, as India’s batters struggled to assert themselves against the Australian seamers. The Australian bowlers were led by Hazlewood (4/29) and Starc (2/14), with Cummins (2/67) contributing to the damage.
In the midst of India’s batting collapse, Pant and Reddy were the only bright sparks, trying to fight back with some counter-attacking strokes. Pant, in particular, had the crowd in raptures with an audacious no-look six over backward square leg off Pat Cummins, while Reddy showed composure in his gritty knock. However, both were dismissed before they could build any significant partnerships, and India was soon bundled out for a modest total.
Bumrah’s heroics with the ball, however, gave India a fighting chance in the game. His brilliant spell to dismantle Australia’s top order was a masterclass in fast bowling, making him the standout performer of the day. With the ball now in India’s court, all eyes will be on Bumrah and his pace attack to capitalize on this crucial breakthrough and bowl India to victory in Perth.
Here's a look at how fans reacted to Bumrah's fiery spell:
Jasprit Bumrah is a legend
Jasprit Bumrah is the biggest match-winner
Jasprit Bumrah is our saviour
Jasprit Bumrah is our leader
Take a bow, BOOM!
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No Posters, No Articles, No 200 Million Followers, Game speaks for my man Jasprit Bumrah. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/5repxnxyAJ
— Selfless⁴⁵ (@SelflessCricket)Jasprit Bumrah is the 8th wonder of the world. pic.twitter.com/kqHU7jXo7D
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan)Bumrah should be a religion. Bumrah should be worshipped.
— Manya (@CSKian716)Jasprit Bumrah, the greatest to hold that piece of leather. We bow down to your greatness. We are here for your bathwater. Sprinkle it on your devotees.
— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer)Jasprit Bumrah plays for my country.
It's an honour, privilege, arrogance and flex. pic.twitter.com/vwy6VCyFPX
Wasim Akram said "The best bowler in World Cricket".
- This is Jasprit Bumrah 🐐 pic.twitter.com/JDFLIFhEOj
Bumrah is now the most analysed player in cricket in current times. And yet, batters are no closer to figuring out the best way to play him.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha)GOLDEN DUCK FOR SMITH...!!!!
- Bumrah, The GOAT is here. pic.twitter.com/IdLkzPFFQa
Jasprit Jasbir Singh Bumrah forever 🐐 pic.twitter.com/3luv6HetAA
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan)Daily schedule of Jasprit Bumrah pic.twitter.com/oryPxy3QLK
— Sagar (@sagarcasm)That Smith LBW off Bumrah strikes a chord, doesn't it?👀👀pic.twitter.com/cdT33y6eUM
— Yash Agrawal (@im_yashag)Bumrah to Smith. WC final wicket repeat.
BOOM BOOM is firing as always 👊❤️🔥 pic.twitter.com/TOIuvVawdl
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