Things seem to have gotten ugly following Rohit Sharma&rsquo;s exclusion from the playing XI for the ongoing SCG Test. The latest reports have emerged suggesting that should Rohit decide against leading the team in One-Dayers, with the Champions Trophy 2025 looming, the BCCI has a backup option ready.
Rohit&rsquo;s omission from the BGT decider shocked the cricket world, with everyone wondering what led to him opting out from playing the decisive Test. At the coin toss, the stand-in Indian captain, Jasprit Bumrah, revealed Rohit showed leadership skills by resting himself, knowing his form hadn&rsquo;t helped India in the three matches he played in the series.
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&lsquo;Our captain [Rohit Sharma] has shown his leadership as well. He's opted to rest in this game. "So, that shows that there's a lot of unity in our team. There's no selfishness. Whatever is in the team's best interest, we're looking to do that," Bumrah said at the toss.
However, his absence from the playing XI, and more so from the team sheet of 16 players, including the reserves and backups, fuelled speculations of his potential Test retirement following the conclusion of this Test.&nbsp;
Though neither Rohit, the board, nor anyone close to the dressing room has spilt beans on this, should Rohit decide to hang his boots across formats, the Men in Blue must have a new captain ready at the helm for the eight-team tournament.
<h2>Who replaces Rohit as new ODI captain?</h2>
Rohit announced his retirement from T20Is following winning the tournament in the Americas last year. Considering India&rsquo;s home season and the action-packed schedule that awaits, including the away BGT and the Champions Trophy, Rohit decided to hold the top spot in the side in two formats.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, considering how quickly things changed overnight, with a dip in Rohit&rsquo;s form, reflexes and leadership abilities, he remains far from being his best version, something which worries the new management.
An unnamed BCCI source has revealed that all-rounder Hardik Pandya emerges as the top yet best option to lead India in the Champions Trophy should Rohit announce his international retirement.
&ldquo;Hardik has the knack for leading in high-pressure situations, and his experience as an all-rounder and leader makes him an ideal choice for an ICC tournament like the Champions Trophy," an unnamed BCCI source said, as quoted by MyKhel.
Though the source revealed that BCCI had zeroed in on two other options, Pandya&rsquo;s credential keeps him ahead in the race.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Gill needs more grooming to mature into a leader, and SKY&rsquo;s ODI performances haven&rsquo;t been convincing enough. Hardik remains the most balanced option to lead India in ODIs if Rohit is unavailable," the source added.
Meanwhile, Pakistan and the UAE will co-host the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. While Pakistan will play all its matches in their country, India&rsquo;s games will take place in Dubai, including the knockouts, should they qualify.&nbsp;
The eight-team tournament will get underway on February 19 and ends on March 9.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: Rohit Sharma's omission from the BGT decider shocked the cricket world, with everyone wondering what led to him opting out from playing the decisive Test.

Things seem to have gotten ugly following Rohit Sharma’s exclusion from the playing XI for the ongoing SCG Test. The latest reports have emerged suggesting that should Rohit decide against leading the team in One-Dayers, with the Champions Trophy 2025 looming, the BCCI has a backup option ready. Rohit’s omission from the BGT decider shocked the cricket world, with everyone wondering what led to him opting out from playing the decisive Test. At the coin toss, the stand-in Indian captain, Jasprit Bumrah, revealed Rohit showed leadership skills by resting himself, knowing his form hadn’t helped India in the three matches he played in the series. Also read | Steve Smith to captain Australia for Sri Lanka Tests – Report ‘Our captain [Rohit Sharma] has shown his leadership as well. He's opted to rest in this game. "So, that shows that there's a lot of unity in our team. There's no selfishness. Whatever is in the team's best interest, we're looking to do that," Bumrah said at the toss. However, his absence from the playing XI, and more so from the team sheet of 16 players, including the reserves and backups, fuelled speculations of his potential Test retirement following the conclusion of this Test. Though neither Rohit, the board, nor anyone close to the dressing room has spilt beans on this, should Rohit decide to hang his boots across formats, the Men in Blue must have a new captain ready at the helm for the eight-team tournament. Who replaces Rohit as new ODI captain? Rohit announced his retirement from T20Is following winning the tournament in the Americas last year. Considering India’s home season and the action-packed schedule that awaits, including the away BGT and the Champions Trophy, Rohit decided to hold the top spot in the side in two formats. Meanwhile, considering how quickly things changed overnight, with a dip in Rohit’s form, reflexes and leadership abilities, he remains far from being his best version, something which worries the new management. An unnamed BCCI source has revealed that all-rounder Hardik Pandya emerges as the top yet best option to lead India in the Champions Trophy should Rohit announce his international retirement. “Hardik has the knack for leading in high-pressure situations, and his experience as an all-rounder and leader makes him an ideal choice for an ICC tournament like the Champions Trophy," an unnamed BCCI source said, as quoted by MyKhel. Though the source revealed that BCCI had zeroed in on two other options, Pandya’s credential keeps him ahead in the race. “Gill needs more grooming to mature into a leader, and SKY’s ODI performances haven’t been convincing enough. Hardik remains the most balanced option to lead India in ODIs if Rohit is unavailable," the source added. Meanwhile, Pakistan and the UAE will co-host the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. While Pakistan will play all its matches in their country, India’s games will take place in Dubai, including the knockouts, should they qualify. The eight-team tournament will get underway on February 19 and ends on March 9. (With inputs from agencies)

India likely to have a new captain for Champions Trophy 2025 – Report

Day 1 of the SCG Test between India and Australia saw Jasprit Bumrah-led visitors bundle out for 185, after opting to bat first, before they reduced the Aussies to 9/1 at stumps. While the Indian batters continued to fail, Bumrah -- who replaced Rohit Sharma as captain after Hitman 'opted to rest' -- struck to remove Usman Khawaja on the last ball of the day's play. After the wicket, Bumrah had a stare down with Aussie opener Sam Konstas.
Just before Khawaja's fall, the left-hander was taking ample time to face the delivery; in a bid to ensure no additional overs to be possible. This irked Bumrah while non-striker Konstas defended Khawaja's act. The duo got involved in an animated chat before Bumrah completed his over, dismissing Khawaja. After the wicket, the in-form pacer had a stare down with Konstas as play ended on a cliffhanger at the SCG, Sydney.
<h2>Here is the video:</h2>
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Fiery scenes in the final over at the SCG! How's that for a finish to Day One 👀<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/BAAjrFKvnQ">pic.twitter.com/BAAjrFKvnQ</a>
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Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/scg-test-day-1-late-drama-highlights-another-shabby-outing-for-india-in-bgt-8587579" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">SCG Test, Day 1: Late drama highlights another shabby outing for India in BGT</a>
Talking more about Day 1 of the fifth and final Test, of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) between the two heavyweights, India opted to bat first as regular skipper Rohit opted out of the game. His poor form forced him to take the big call as speculations remain that he is set to retire from Tests after the series.
India rode on Rishabh Pant's 40 and some valuable contributions from Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja and Bumrah to only manage 185. From Australia, Scott Boland returned with figures of 4 for 31 to dismiss India for a paltry score.
However, the visitors ended the day on a high with hopes of a comeback on Day 2 of the series finale. The series is led by Australia, 2-1, after a 184-run win in the fourth and penultimate Test at the MCG, Melbourne.

Cricket, Sports | BGT 2024-25: Jasprit Bumrah stares down Sam Konstas as duo involved in heated exchange on Day 1 of SCG Test - Watch video 

Day 1 of the SCG Test between India and Australia saw Jasprit Bumrah-led visitors bundle out for 185, after opting to bat first, before they reduced the Aussies to 9/1 at stumps. While the Indian batters continued to fail, Bumrah -- who replaced Rohit Sharma as captain after Hitman 'opted to rest' -- struck to remove Usman Khawaja on the last ball of the day's play. After the wicket, Bumrah had a stare down with Aussie opener Sam Konstas. Just before Khawaja's fall, the left-hander was taking ample time to face the delivery; in a bid to ensure no additional overs to be possible. This irked Bumrah while non-striker Konstas defended Khawaja's act. The duo got involved in an animated chat before Bumrah completed his over, dismissing Khawaja. After the wicket, the in-form pacer had a stare down with Konstas as play ended on a cliffhanger at the SCG, Sydney. Here is the video: Fiery scenes in the final over at the SCG! How's that for a finish to Day One 👀#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/BAAjrFKvnQ — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 3, 2025 Also read: SCG Test, Day 1: Late drama highlights another shabby outing for India in BGT Talking more about Day 1 of the fifth and final Test, of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) between the two heavyweights, India opted to bat first as regular skipper Rohit opted out of the game. His poor form forced him to take the big call as speculations remain that he is set to retire from Tests after the series. India rode on Rishabh Pant's 40 and some valuable contributions from Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja and Bumrah to only manage 185. From Australia, Scott Boland returned with figures of 4 for 31 to dismiss India for a paltry score. However, the visitors ended the day on a high with hopes of a comeback on Day 2 of the series finale. The series is led by Australia, 2-1, after a 184-run win in the fourth and penultimate Test at the MCG, Melbourne.

Bumrah stares down Konstas as duo involved in heated exchange on Day 1 of SCG Test - Watch

Team India suffered a similar fate while batting first on day one of the fifth and final Test in Sydney but ended with Usman Khawaja&rsquo;s wicket. Batting first after winning the toss, India scored a paltry 185 in the first innings, with Rishabh Pant among runs (40). Scott Boland continued an impressive run with four wickets, but what unfolded between Sam Konstas and the stand-in Indian skipper Jasprit Bumrah was day one&rsquo;s highlight.
Day one began with the shocking news of regular Indian skipper Rohit Sharma opting out of the series decider, with Bumrah donning the captain&rsquo;s hat for the second time this series.
While India made two changes to their playing XI, bringing in seamer Prasidh Krishna for injured Akash Deep and replacing Rohit with Shubman Gill, Australia brought in the debutant Beau Webster for underfiring Mitchell Marsh.
Australia made most of the conditions, removing both openers &ndash; Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul inside the first eight overs.
However, the moment of the first hour came when Virat Kohli edged one to the slip cordon only for Steve Smith to grab it and later scoop it off the ground for the gully fielder to complete the catch, which, later, got adjudged not out.&nbsp;
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"100%. No denying it whatsoever." Steve Smith weighs in on whether he got his hand underneath the ball in the biggest moment of the morning. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/bqIy8iGIRm">pic.twitter.com/bqIy8iGIRm</a>
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Although Kohli survived a first-ball dismissal, he fell prey to Boland&rsquo;s peach after lunch, getting out caught in the slips.&nbsp;
Pant and Ravindra Jadeja tried saving India&rsquo;s grace and even managed to do it slightly, but Boland&rsquo;s dual strike later put their backs against the wall.
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Scott Boland picked up his 50th Test wicket... and nearly had a hat-trick too! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MilestoneMoment?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MilestoneMoment</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/nrmainsurance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nrmainsurance</a> <a href="https://t.co/M5PTfgJnL0">pic.twitter.com/M5PTfgJnL0</a>
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Boland picked Pant and Nitish Kumar Reddy (0), with Mitchell Starc and Captain Cummins wrapping up the tail soon after.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/shocking-rohit-sharmas-name-missing-from-official-team-sheet-for-scg-test-in-bgt-8587521" rel="dofollow">SHOCKING! Rohit Sharma&rsquo;s name missing from official team sheet for SCG Test</a>
For the nth time in the series, India got all out under 200, mostly after batting first, a worrying sign for the team already undergoing some tough times both on and off the field. Even with a youngster replacing low-on-form Rohit, India failed to put a decent total on the board, putting pressure on the bowling unit to compensate.
<h2>&lsquo;Drama at SCG&rsquo;</h2>
Sam Konstas began proceedings with a four off the first ball of Bumrah, cheering the crowd up.
However, what happened just at the stroke of stumps made headlines.&nbsp;Standing at the non-striker end, Konstas interrupted Bumrah (before the final ball of the day) while having a go at the Indian seamer. Both shared a few words before the on-field umpire separated the two.&nbsp;
That moment riled up Bumrah, who picked Khawaja, caught in the slips on just two.
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Fiery scenes in the final over at the SCG! How's that for a finish to Day One 👀<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/BAAjrFKvnQ">pic.twitter.com/BAAjrFKvnQ</a>
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Australia ended day one of the fifth Test on 9/1, trailing by 175 runs.&nbsp;

Cricket, Sports: Australia trail by 176 runs at stumps on day one, losing Khawaja on the last ball of the day. Konstas and Bumrah shared some words a ball before his wicket.

Team India suffered a similar fate while batting first on day one of the fifth and final Test in Sydney but ended with Usman Khawaja’s wicket. Batting first after winning the toss, India scored a paltry 185 in the first innings, with Rishabh Pant among runs (40). Scott Boland continued an impressive run with four wickets, but what unfolded between Sam Konstas and the stand-in Indian skipper Jasprit Bumrah was day one’s highlight. Day one began with the shocking news of regular Indian skipper Rohit Sharma opting out of the series decider, with Bumrah donning the captain’s hat for the second time this series. While India made two changes to their playing XI, bringing in seamer Prasidh Krishna for injured Akash Deep and replacing Rohit with Shubman Gill, Australia brought in the debutant Beau Webster for underfiring Mitchell Marsh. Australia made most of the conditions, removing both openers – Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul inside the first eight overs. However, the moment of the first hour came when Virat Kohli edged one to the slip cordon only for Steve Smith to grab it and later scoop it off the ground for the gully fielder to complete the catch, which, later, got adjudged not out. "100%. No denying it whatsoever." Steve Smith weighs in on whether he got his hand underneath the ball in the biggest moment of the morning. #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/bqIy8iGIRm — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 3, 2025 Although Kohli survived a first-ball dismissal, he fell prey to Boland’s peach after lunch, getting out caught in the slips. Pant and Ravindra Jadeja tried saving India’s grace and even managed to do it slightly, but Boland’s dual strike later put their backs against the wall. Scott Boland picked up his 50th Test wicket... and nearly had a hat-trick too! #AUSvIND | #MilestoneMoment | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/M5PTfgJnL0 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 3, 2025 Boland picked Pant and Nitish Kumar Reddy (0), with Mitchell Starc and Captain Cummins wrapping up the tail soon after. Also read | SHOCKING! Rohit Sharma’s name missing from official team sheet for SCG Test For the nth time in the series, India got all out under 200, mostly after batting first, a worrying sign for the team already undergoing some tough times both on and off the field. Even with a youngster replacing low-on-form Rohit, India failed to put a decent total on the board, putting pressure on the bowling unit to compensate. ‘Drama at SCG’ Sam Konstas began proceedings with a four off the first ball of Bumrah, cheering the crowd up. However, what happened just at the stroke of stumps made headlines. Standing at the non-striker end, Konstas interrupted Bumrah (before the final ball of the day) while having a go at the Indian seamer. Both shared a few words before the on-field umpire separated the two. That moment riled up Bumrah, who picked Khawaja, caught in the slips on just two. Fiery scenes in the final over at the SCG! How's that for a finish to Day One 👀#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/BAAjrFKvnQ — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 3, 2025 Australia ended day one of the fifth Test on 9/1, trailing by 175 runs.

SCG Test, Day 1: Late drama highlights another shabby outing for India in BGT

Rohit Sharma opted out of the Sydney Test as ace seamer Jasprit Bumrah captained India in the BGT finale, deciding to bat first after winning the toss. Bumrah walking down for the toss cleared the air on Rohit&rsquo;s absence from the last match of the series following days of drama surrounding dressing room leaks. However, the story remained the same in 2025, as India&rsquo;s top order struggled, with four players back in the hut, including star batter Virat Kohli, caught in the second slip.
Shubman Gill returned to the side replacing Rohit but failed to leave any mark, getting out on the last ball before lunch on day one to Nathan Lyon.
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Nathan Lyon gets a wicket on the last ball before lunch 👀<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/B5nfTtBvem">pic.twitter.com/B5nfTtBvem</a>
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Earlier, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal &ndash; the two openers made mediocre starts, with Mitchell Starc accounting for Rahul, caught at the square leg for just four. Seamer Scott Boland removed in-form Jaiswal a couple of overs later on 10. India&rsquo;s scorecard read 17 for two at that stage.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/border-gavaskar-trophy-bgt-gautam-gambhir-reacts-to-reports-of-indian-dressing-room-leaks-ahead-of-scg-test-says-this-8584659" rel="dofollow">BGT: Gautam Gambhir reacts to reports of Indian dressing room leaks, says THIS</a>
That, however, could have been 17 for three the next ball had the third umpire overturned the on-field decision on Virat Kohli.&nbsp;
The Indian batter edged one to Steve Smith in the second slip (on his first ball), only for him to try to grab it by putting his hands underneath and later scooping it in the air for the gully to jump in and complete the catch. Though it looked out with the naked eye, the decision was referred to the third umpire, Joel Wilson, who, with less evidence going against Kohli, adjudged it not out.
Smith stood his ground, admitting to claim the catch cleanly and showing no dissent against the umpire&rsquo;s decision.&nbsp;
<h3>Watch Video &ndash;</h3>
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"100%. No denying it whatsoever." Steve Smith weighs in on whether he got his hand underneath the ball in the biggest moment of the morning. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/bqIy8iGIRm">pic.twitter.com/bqIy8iGIRm</a>
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<h2>Kohli out in the slips</h2>
Kohli has been a pale shadow of himself since his Perth hundred in the BGT opener, more so for getting out similarly across almost all innings. Even in the final Test of the series, where the onus was on him in Rohit&rsquo;s absence, Kohli edged one to the second slip off Boland for the debutant Beau Webster to collect a sensational catch.
The left-handed pair of Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja copped a few blows, with the Australian attack continuing to pile pressure. All bowlers, including spinner Lyon, looked effective early on day one.
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Rishabh Pant took a number of heavy hits to the body.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/TdyJ1qhm9C">pic.twitter.com/TdyJ1qhm9C</a>
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India is 107/4 at tea on day one.&nbsp;&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

BGT test series at SCG: The story remained the same in 2025, as India's top-order struggled early on day one of the SCG Test, including star batter Virat Kohli, who got out on 17. 

Rohit Sharma opted out of the Sydney Test as ace seamer Jasprit Bumrah captained India in the BGT finale, deciding to bat first after winning the toss. Bumrah walking down for the toss cleared the air on Rohit’s absence from the last match of the series following days of drama surrounding dressing room leaks. However, the story remained the same in 2025, as India’s top order struggled, with four players back in the hut, including star batter Virat Kohli, caught in the second slip. Shubman Gill returned to the side replacing Rohit but failed to leave any mark, getting out on the last ball before lunch on day one to Nathan Lyon. Nathan Lyon gets a wicket on the last ball before lunch 👀#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/B5nfTtBvem — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 3, 2025 Earlier, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal – the two openers made mediocre starts, with Mitchell Starc accounting for Rahul, caught at the square leg for just four. Seamer Scott Boland removed in-form Jaiswal a couple of overs later on 10. India’s scorecard read 17 for two at that stage. Also read | BGT: Gautam Gambhir reacts to reports of Indian dressing room leaks, says THIS That, however, could have been 17 for three the next ball had the third umpire overturned the on-field decision on Virat Kohli. The Indian batter edged one to Steve Smith in the second slip (on his first ball), only for him to try to grab it by putting his hands underneath and later scooping it in the air for the gully to jump in and complete the catch. Though it looked out with the naked eye, the decision was referred to the third umpire, Joel Wilson, who, with less evidence going against Kohli, adjudged it not out. Smith stood his ground, admitting to claim the catch cleanly and showing no dissent against the umpire’s decision. Watch Video – "100%. No denying it whatsoever." Steve Smith weighs in on whether he got his hand underneath the ball in the biggest moment of the morning. #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/bqIy8iGIRm — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 3, 2025 Kohli out in the slips Kohli has been a pale shadow of himself since his Perth hundred in the BGT opener, more so for getting out similarly across almost all innings. Even in the final Test of the series, where the onus was on him in Rohit’s absence, Kohli edged one to the second slip off Boland for the debutant Beau Webster to collect a sensational catch. The left-handed pair of Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja copped a few blows, with the Australian attack continuing to pile pressure. All bowlers, including spinner Lyon, looked effective early on day one. Rishabh Pant took a number of heavy hits to the body.#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/TdyJ1qhm9C — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 3, 2025 India is 107/4 at tea on day one. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: Rohit-less India struggle at SCG; lose 4 wickets early on day 1

BGT: India's Predicted Playing XI for SCG Test vs Australia

Yashasvi Jaiswal

KL Rahul

Shubman Gill

Virat Kohli

Rishabh Pant (wk)

Nitish Reddy

Ravindra Jadeja

Washington Sundar

Harshit Rana

Mohammed Siraj

Jasprit Bumrah (c)

BGT: India's Predicted Playing XI for SCG Test versus Australia Rohit Sharma Jasprit Bumrah Kohli Pant Jurel Sundar Jadeja Rahul Jaiswal Gill 

India&rsquo;s Jasprit Bumrah has cemented his place at the top of the ICC Test bowler&rsquo;s rankings after a dazzling show in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia. In the latest rankings released on Wednesday (Jan 1), Bumrah is at the top of the charts with ranking points of 907. On the other hand, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have taken a massive hit and dropped to the 40th and 24th spots respectively.
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Bumrah leads the way in rankings</h2>
Having enjoyed a superb last couple of months, Bumrah has made the most of the BGT, leading the way with 30 wickets with still a match to go in Sydney. He was named Player of the Match in the Perth contest as Australia were beaten by a record margin of 295 runs. He played a key role in the match by scalping eight wickets.
Excluding the second innings in the Adelaide Test, Bumrah has minimum bagged three wickets in each Australian innings. His numbers are more impressive when we compare him to captain Rohit Sharma, who has scored just 31 runs in the series. On three occasions, Bumrah has bagged a five-for, highlighting his importance in the side.&nbsp;
The next successful Indian bowler on the list is Mohammed Siraj with 16 wickets, while Akash Deep is third with five wickets.
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Virat, Rohit take massive hit</h2>
Having scored only 31 runs in the Test series, Rohit was certain to take a hit in ranking as his form has become a major concern for the Indian team management. Rohit has been facing huge criticism after having scored in double figures only once in five innings. So far he has mustered scores of 3, 6, 10, 3 and 9, making him a weak link in the Indian side.
Virat, on the other hand, has also suffered a dip in form despite having scored a hundred in Perth in the opening contest. Excluding that innings, he has been far from his best with just 67 runs in the remaining innings.
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Sports, Cricket:  In the latest rankings released on Wednesday (Jan 1), Bumrah is at the top of the charts with ranking points of 907 ,while VIrat Kohli and Rohit Sharma took a hit. 

India’s Jasprit Bumrah has cemented his place at the top of the ICC Test bowler’s rankings after a dazzling show in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia. In the latest rankings released on Wednesday (Jan 1), Bumrah is at the top of the charts with ranking points of 907. On the other hand, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have taken a massive hit and dropped to the 40th and 24th spots respectively. Bumrah leads the way in rankings Having enjoyed a superb last couple of months, Bumrah has made the most of the BGT, leading the way with 30 wickets with still a match to go in Sydney. He was named Player of the Match in the Perth contest as Australia were beaten by a record margin of 295 runs. He played a key role in the match by scalping eight wickets. Excluding the second innings in the Adelaide Test, Bumrah has minimum bagged three wickets in each Australian innings. His numbers are more impressive when we compare him to captain Rohit Sharma, who has scored just 31 runs in the series. On three occasions, Bumrah has bagged a five-for, highlighting his importance in the side. The next successful Indian bowler on the list is Mohammed Siraj with 16 wickets, while Akash Deep is third with five wickets. ALSO READ | Former India coach Ravi Shastri calls for two-tier structure in Test cricket with relegation and promotion Virat, Rohit take massive hit Having scored only 31 runs in the Test series, Rohit was certain to take a hit in ranking as his form has become a major concern for the Indian team management. Rohit has been facing huge criticism after having scored in double figures only once in five innings. So far he has mustered scores of 3, 6, 10, 3 and 9, making him a weak link in the Indian side. Virat, on the other hand, has also suffered a dip in form despite having scored a hundred in Perth in the opening contest. Excluding that innings, he has been far from his best with just 67 runs in the remaining innings.

ICC rankings: Jasprit Bumrah cements top spot after dazzling BGT show

Former Australia pacer Glenn McGrath has heaped praise on India&rsquo;s Jasprit Bumrah after the hosts took a 2-1 lead in the ongoing five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. McGrath termed Bumrah a match-winner and predicted that the series could have been a one-sided affair had he not been on the Indian side. The Indian Test vice-captain has been at his best, bagging 30 wickets so far in the series with one match remaining in the series.
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">McGrath praises Bumrah</h2>
"He has been a massive part of the Indian team and without him, the series might have been more one-sided and what he does is special. Terrific young guy who has found a way to adapt. Absolutely incredible how he powers into bowl the last few steps,&rdquo; McGrath was quoted as saying by PTI.
"Got a little bit of hyperextension which I used to have as well. He is coping with it and has incredible control both ways, guess they are managing him well. I am a massive fan of Jasprit," he added.
With 30 wickets in four matches, the Indian pacer remains the best bowler in the series and has single-handedly carried the Indian team at times. He was named Player of the Match in the Perth contest as Australia were beaten by a record margin of 295 runs. He played a key role in the match, scalping eight wickets.
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Excluding the second innings in the Adelaide Test, Bumrah has bagged a minimum of three wickets in each innings for Australia. His numbers are more impressive when we compare him to captain Rohit Sharma who has 31 runs in the series. On three occasions he has bagged a five-for, highlighting his importance in the side. &nbsp;
The next successful Indian bowler on the list is Mohammed Siraj with 16 while Akash Deep is third with just five wickets.
India next take on Australia in Sydney starting on Friday (Jan 3) with a place in the World Test Championship (WTC) final up for grabs.
(With Inputs from agencies)

Sports, Cricket: Jasprit Bumrah has been at his best, bagging 30 wickets so far in the series with one match still remaining in the BGT series. 

Former Australia pacer Glenn McGrath has heaped praise on India’s Jasprit Bumrah after the hosts took a 2-1 lead in the ongoing five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. McGrath termed Bumrah a match-winner and predicted that the series could have been a one-sided affair had he not been on the Indian side. The Indian Test vice-captain has been at his best, bagging 30 wickets so far in the series with one match remaining in the series. McGrath praises Bumrah "He has been a massive part of the Indian team and without him, the series might have been more one-sided and what he does is special. Terrific young guy who has found a way to adapt. Absolutely incredible how he powers into bowl the last few steps,” McGrath was quoted as saying by PTI. "Got a little bit of hyperextension which I used to have as well. He is coping with it and has incredible control both ways, guess they are managing him well. I am a massive fan of Jasprit," he added. With 30 wickets in four matches, the Indian pacer remains the best bowler in the series and has single-handedly carried the Indian team at times. He was named Player of the Match in the Perth contest as Australia were beaten by a record margin of 295 runs. He played a key role in the match, scalping eight wickets. ALSO READ | Former India coach Ravi Shastri calls for two-tier structure in Test cricket with relegation and promotion Excluding the second innings in the Adelaide Test, Bumrah has bagged a minimum of three wickets in each innings for Australia. His numbers are more impressive when we compare him to captain Rohit Sharma who has 31 runs in the series. On three occasions he has bagged a five-for, highlighting his importance in the side. The next successful Indian bowler on the list is Mohammed Siraj with 16 while Akash Deep is third with just five wickets. India next take on Australia in Sydney starting on Friday (Jan 3) with a place in the World Test Championship (WTC) final up for grabs. (With Inputs from agencies)

BGT 2024/25: Glenn McGrath heaps praise on match-winner Jasprit Bumrah, says 'series might have been...'

Most International Wickets For India In 2024

Jasprit Bumrah

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Arshdeep Singh

Kuldeep Yadav

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Ace Indian seamer Jasprit Bumrah got rewarded for his supreme performance in Tests this year with two nominations in the latest ICC Awards 2024 - Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for Men&rsquo;s Cricketer of the Year and ICC Men&rsquo;s Test Cricketer of the Year. Bumrah is among four Indians, including fellow seamer Arshdeep Singh and two women&rsquo;s cricketers, Shreyanka Patil and Smriti Mandhana, zeroed in for the coveted individual awards.
Bumrah was the vital cog in the wheel for India across formats this year, helping them win their second T20 World Cup in the Americas in June. He won the Player of the Tournament for his 15 wickets in eight outings, two of which came in the final against South Africa in Barbados.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Arshdeep Singh, nominated for his maiden ICC Men&rsquo;s T20I Cricketer of the Year award, was the tournament&rsquo;s highest wicket-taker with 17 scalps. Overall, in the shortest format this year, the emerging left-arm quick picked 36 wickets in 18 matches, averaging 13.5. Even in the summit clash against the Proteas, Arshdeep conceded just four runs in the penultimate over during the chase.&nbsp;
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/explained-how-india-can-reach-the-wtc-final-2025-after-losing-mcg-test-to-australia-8578119" rel="dofollow">Explained - How India can reach the WTC Final after losing MCG Test</a>
Suryakumar Yadav, the winner of the ICC Men's T20I Cricketer of the Year for the last two years and who picked perhaps the catch of the year in that final, dismissing David Miller off Hardik Pandya, missed out on the cut this time.
Moving to women&rsquo;s cricket, Mandhana and Patil are two names who made headlines for star performances this year.&nbsp;
While Mandhana has been nominated for the ICC Women&rsquo;s ODI Cricketer of the Year, having scored 747 runs from 13 innings at an average of 57.46, the off-spinner Patil earned a nomination for the ICC Emerging Women&rsquo;s Cricketer of the Year. In 17 matches (13 T20Is and 4 ODIs) played this year, the youngster bagged 19 wickets.
<h2>Bumrah, the superstar!</h2>
Bumrah has had his best cricketing year, finishing at the top of the wickets chart in Tests. He picked a staggering 71 wickets in 2024 in 13 matches, averaging 14.92 and an economy of 2.96. He bagged five five-wicket hauls this year, with his best of 6/45 coming against England in February.
In the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Bumrah leads the wicket-takers tally with 30 scalps from four contested matches, including three five-fors and two four-wicket hauls. Even in the recently concluded MCG Test, which the hosts won by 184 runs, Bumrah picked nine wickets, including a five-for in the second innings.&nbsp;
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Jasprit Bumrah's fifth wicket was an absolute belter! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DeliveredWithSpeed?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DeliveredWithSpeed</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/NBN_Australia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NBN_Australia</a> <a href="https://t.co/vfDI5gEN3n">pic.twitter.com/vfDI5gEN3n</a>
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During this Test, he created history by becoming the quickest Indian and the fourth overall to bag 200 Test wickets.
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Cricket: Bumrah was the vital cog in the wheel for India across formats this year, helping them win their second T20 World Cup. He won the Player of the Tournament.

Ace Indian seamer Jasprit Bumrah got rewarded for his supreme performance in Tests this year with two nominations in the latest ICC Awards 2024 - Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for Men’s Cricketer of the Year and ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year. Bumrah is among four Indians, including fellow seamer Arshdeep Singh and two women’s cricketers, Shreyanka Patil and Smriti Mandhana, zeroed in for the coveted individual awards. Bumrah was the vital cog in the wheel for India across formats this year, helping them win their second T20 World Cup in the Americas in June. He won the Player of the Tournament for his 15 wickets in eight outings, two of which came in the final against South Africa in Barbados. Meanwhile, Arshdeep Singh, nominated for his maiden ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year award, was the tournament’s highest wicket-taker with 17 scalps. Overall, in the shortest format this year, the emerging left-arm quick picked 36 wickets in 18 matches, averaging 13.5. Even in the summit clash against the Proteas, Arshdeep conceded just four runs in the penultimate over during the chase. Also read | Explained - How India can reach the WTC Final after losing MCG Test Suryakumar Yadav, the winner of the ICC Men's T20I Cricketer of the Year for the last two years and who picked perhaps the catch of the year in that final, dismissing David Miller off Hardik Pandya, missed out on the cut this time. Moving to women’s cricket, Mandhana and Patil are two names who made headlines for star performances this year. While Mandhana has been nominated for the ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year, having scored 747 runs from 13 innings at an average of 57.46, the off-spinner Patil earned a nomination for the ICC Emerging Women’s Cricketer of the Year. In 17 matches (13 T20Is and 4 ODIs) played this year, the youngster bagged 19 wickets. Bumrah, the superstar! Bumrah has had his best cricketing year, finishing at the top of the wickets chart in Tests. He picked a staggering 71 wickets in 2024 in 13 matches, averaging 14.92 and an economy of 2.96. He bagged five five-wicket hauls this year, with his best of 6/45 coming against England in February. In the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Bumrah leads the wicket-takers tally with 30 scalps from four contested matches, including three five-fors and two four-wicket hauls. Even in the recently concluded MCG Test, which the hosts won by 184 runs, Bumrah picked nine wickets, including a five-for in the second innings. Jasprit Bumrah's fifth wicket was an absolute belter! #AUSvIND | #DeliveredWithSpeed | @NBN_Australia pic.twitter.com/vfDI5gEN3n — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2024 During this Test, he created history by becoming the quickest Indian and the fourth overall to bag 200 Test wickets. (With inputs from agencies)

Bumrah rewarded with twin ICC Awards nominations for a staggering 2024

Best Test Bowling Average In A Year (Minimum: 70 Wickets)

Jasprit Bumrah (India)

Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka)

Shane Warne (Australia)

Allan Donald (South Africa)

Dale Steyn (South Africa)

Malcolm Marshall (West Indies)

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Jasprit Bumrah's Test Wickets Against Each Team

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Sports Cricket - Jasprit Bumrah has most Test wickets against England followed by Australia, South Africa, West Indies, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and New Zealand.

Best Bowling Average with 200+ Test Wickets

Jasprit Bumrah | India

18 Runs

Joel Garner | West Indies

Curtly Ambrose | West Indies

Fred Trueman | England

Glenn McGrath | Australia

Kagiso Rabada | South Africa

Allan Donald | South Africa

Sports Cricket - India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has the best bowling average among all bowlers with 200 or more Test wickets - better than likes of Allan Donald and Malcolm Marshall.

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah seemingly mimicked Aussie debutant Sam Konstas after bowling him out through the gates on day 4 (Sunday, Dec 29) of the fourth Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The two players have been <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-could-have-dismissed-him-6-7-times-jasprit-bumrah-on-sam-konstas-attacking-him-on-day-1-at-mcg-8573029" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">exchanging barbs back and forth</a> after Konstas hit Bumrah for 18 runs in an over in first innings.
During the second innings, Bumrah got better of the Aussie teenager and bowled him with a ripper. Afterwards, Bumrah gestured crowd with his hands to get involved, something Konstas did while fielding and scoring runs off Bumrah in the first innings. Have a look at the video below:
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MIDDLE STUMP! Jasprit Bumrah gets Sam Konstas with a pearler. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DeliveredWithSpeed?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DeliveredWithSpeed</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/NBN_Australia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NBN_Australia</a> <a href="https://t.co/A1BzrcHJB8">pic.twitter.com/A1BzrcHJB8</a>
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Konstas has been in the news for other reasons than his brilliant 60 in the first innings as well. The batter was 'shoulder pushed' by Virat Kohli and then the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/news-kohli-vs-konstas-video-konsats-mimics-virat-kohli-day-3-boxing-day-test-bgt-india-vs-australia-8573268" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Aussie mimicked Kohli</a> during the fielding.&nbsp;
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<h2>Bumrah brings India back in contest</h2>
Bumrah, however, was at his best again as he <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-mcg-test-jasprit-bumrah-strikes-double-blow-on-day-4-to-complete-200-test-wickets-watch-8574484" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">brought India back into the game</a> after the visitors were bowled out for 369 in the first innings - conceding a 104-run lead. Australia were sitting pretty at 80/2 in the second innings when Mohammed Siraj got Steve Smith to play a rash shot and get the game open.
Bumrah then delivered a breathtaking spell, taking three wickets in 18 balls as Australia went from 80/3 to 91/6 in no time. A 57-run partnership between Marnus Labuschagne (70) and Pat Cummins (41) took Australia's lead past 250. Siraj then trapped Labuschagne LBW to break the partnership.
A run-out and a good catch by Rohit Sharma in the slips brought Australia to nine wickets down before Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland added unbeaten 55 runs for the 10th wicket.
Australia finished the day at 228/9 and a lead of 333 runs with just one more day left in the Test.&nbsp;

Sports-Cricket Bumrah vs Konstas: The two players have been exchanging barbs back and forth after Sam Konstas hit Jasprit Bumrah for 18 runs in an over in first innings.

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah seemingly mimicked Aussie debutant Sam Konstas after bowling him out through the gates on day 4 (Sunday, Dec 29) of the fourth Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The two players have been exchanging barbs back and forth after Konstas hit Bumrah for 18 runs in an over in first innings. During the second innings, Bumrah got better of the Aussie teenager and bowled him with a ripper. Afterwards, Bumrah gestured crowd with his hands to get involved, something Konstas did while fielding and scoring runs off Bumrah in the first innings. Have a look at the video below: MIDDLE STUMP! Jasprit Bumrah gets Sam Konstas with a pearler. #AUSvIND | #DeliveredWithSpeed | @NBN_Australia pic.twitter.com/A1BzrcHJB8 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2024 Konstas has been in the news for other reasons than his brilliant 60 in the first innings as well. The batter was 'shoulder pushed' by Virat Kohli and then the Aussie mimicked Kohli during the fielding. Also Read: BGT - Social media in awe of Jasprit Bumrah’s Test milestone at MCG Bumrah brings India back in contest Bumrah, however, was at his best again as he brought India back into the game after the visitors were bowled out for 369 in the first innings - conceding a 104-run lead. Australia were sitting pretty at 80/2 in the second innings when Mohammed Siraj got Steve Smith to play a rash shot and get the game open. Bumrah then delivered a breathtaking spell, taking three wickets in 18 balls as Australia went from 80/3 to 91/6 in no time. A 57-run partnership between Marnus Labuschagne (70) and Pat Cummins (41) took Australia's lead past 250. Siraj then trapped Labuschagne LBW to break the partnership. A run-out and a good catch by Rohit Sharma in the slips brought Australia to nine wickets down before Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland added unbeaten 55 runs for the 10th wicket. Australia finished the day at 228/9 and a lead of 333 runs with just one more day left in the Test.

BGT 2024-25: WATCH | Bumrah mimes like Konstas after bowling him out

Jasprit Bumrah can do no wrong; as a matter of fact, he hasn&rsquo;t done much wrong in his career thus far. On Sunday (Dec 29), day four of the ongoing Boxing Day Test at the MCG, Bumrah broke Australia&rsquo;s back with four wickets in the second innings, including picking three of just 11 balls in his second spell. Bumrah completed his 200 Test wickets &ndash; the quickest by an Indian and fourth overall regarding balls bowled (8484).
The ace Indian quick began proceedings with Sam Konstas&rsquo; wicket early in the innings, bowled him on eight before returning to wreak havoc in the first over of his second spell, picking two wickets of Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh.&nbsp;
Having dismissed Head for a duck earlier in the first innings, Bumrah removed him again on just one, unlocking the milestone of picking 200 wickets in this format. Head&rsquo;s wicket saw him accomplish this feat at the lowest average recorded for a bowler (19.56), creating history.
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Jasprit Bumrah takes his 200th Test wicket and follows it up with 201 just moments later!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MilestoneMoment?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MilestoneMoment</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/nrmainsurance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nrmainsurance</a> <a href="https://t.co/NpiXDBaVDI">pic.twitter.com/NpiXDBaVDI</a>
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Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-mcg-test-jasprit-bumrah-strikes-double-blow-on-day-4-to-complete-200-test-wickets-watch-8574484" rel="dofollow">BGT, MCG Test: Bumrah becomes quickest Indian to 200 Test wickets</a>
Social media went berserk over Bumrah&rsquo;s incredible feat, with fans and former cricketers going to a limit to call him perhaps the best pacer of all time.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Bumrah wasn&rsquo;t done with those two wickets, as he got rid of keeper-batter Alex Carey in his next over to complete a four-for thus far in the second innings. Australia lost four wickets in 21 balls post lunch, with Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj (picked up Steve Smith) sharing honours.
From 80 for two at one stage, Australia got reduced to 91 for six and at tea on day four, their scorecard read 135 for six, with Marnus Labuschagne and captain Pat Cummins at the crease.
Check out social media reactions to Bumrah&rsquo;s incredible feat -
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200 sticks at 19.56. Unreal. What a bowler. Mind-boggling stuff. Well done Boom Boom. <a href="https://twitter.com/Jaspritbumrah93?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Jaspritbumrah93</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bumrah?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bumrah</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BGT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BGT</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZTtjkUuTga">pic.twitter.com/ZTtjkUuTga</a>
&mdash; Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) <a href="https://twitter.com/RaviShastriOfc/status/1873203093153956082?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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We only believe in Jassi bhai 😎 200 Test Wickets for Boom Boom Bumrah 🔥🔥 He brings up this milestone with the big wicket of Travis Head.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Jaspritbumrah93?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Jaspritbumrah93</a> <a href="https://t.co/QiiyaCi7BX">pic.twitter.com/QiiyaCi7BX</a>
&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1873202014798397870?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Best Bowling average after 200th Test wicket Jasprit Bumrah - 19.56 Joel Garner - 20.34 Shaun Pollock - 20.39 Waqar Younis - 20.60 or 20.61
&mdash; Krishna Kumar (@KrishnaKRM) <a href="https://twitter.com/KrishnaKRM/status/1873201729204043873?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Jasprit Bumrah the first bowler in Test history to take his 200th wicket with an average under 20. Best bowler of this generation. Best bowler ever. And not just in terms of numbers <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AusvInd?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AusvInd</a>
&mdash; Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) <a href="https://twitter.com/beastieboy07/status/1873201725827690505?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Bumrah, Best bowler in the world atm
&mdash; Darren Lehmann (@darren_lehmann) <a href="https://twitter.com/darren_lehmann/status/1873206630969688313?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Long after I am done with this game, I will remember Bumrah's opening bursts in this series and smile. Truly, it has been a master at work.
&mdash; Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/1873167504203497917?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Yeah, Bumrah&rsquo;s the best I&rsquo;ve seen.
&mdash; Neal 🇦🇺 (@NealGardner_) <a href="https://twitter.com/NealGardner_/status/1873202745370657018?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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JASPRIT BUMRAH in Tests 🔹 First ever player to reach 200 wickets at an average under 20 🔹 Fewest balls by Indian bowler to 200 wickets (8484) 🔹 Fewest matches by Indian pacer to 200 wickets (44)<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/a8QaGQAc8R">pic.twitter.com/a8QaGQAc8R</a>
&mdash; Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) <a href="https://twitter.com/kaustats/status/1873227574836642007?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
Australia's lead crossed 240 with four wickets remaining at the time of publishing this article.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Having dismissed Head for a duck earlier in the first innings, Bumrah removed him again on just one, unlocking the milestone of picking 200 wickets in this format.

Jasprit Bumrah can do no wrong; as a matter of fact, he hasn’t done much wrong in his career thus far. On Sunday (Dec 29), day four of the ongoing Boxing Day Test at the MCG, Bumrah broke Australia’s back with four wickets in the second innings, including picking three of just 11 balls in his second spell. Bumrah completed his 200 Test wickets – the quickest by an Indian and fourth overall regarding balls bowled (8484). The ace Indian quick began proceedings with Sam Konstas’ wicket early in the innings, bowled him on eight before returning to wreak havoc in the first over of his second spell, picking two wickets of Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh. Having dismissed Head for a duck earlier in the first innings, Bumrah removed him again on just one, unlocking the milestone of picking 200 wickets in this format. Head’s wicket saw him accomplish this feat at the lowest average recorded for a bowler (19.56), creating history. Jasprit Bumrah takes his 200th Test wicket and follows it up with 201 just moments later!#AUSvIND | #MilestoneMoment | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/NpiXDBaVDI — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2024 Also read | BGT, MCG Test: Bumrah becomes quickest Indian to 200 Test wickets Social media went berserk over Bumrah’s incredible feat, with fans and former cricketers going to a limit to call him perhaps the best pacer of all time. Meanwhile, Bumrah wasn’t done with those two wickets, as he got rid of keeper-batter Alex Carey in his next over to complete a four-for thus far in the second innings. Australia lost four wickets in 21 balls post lunch, with Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj (picked up Steve Smith) sharing honours. From 80 for two at one stage, Australia got reduced to 91 for six and at tea on day four, their scorecard read 135 for six, with Marnus Labuschagne and captain Pat Cummins at the crease. Check out social media reactions to Bumrah’s incredible feat - 200 sticks at 19.56. Unreal. What a bowler. Mind-boggling stuff. Well done Boom Boom. @Jaspritbumrah93 #AUSvIND #Bumrah #BGT pic.twitter.com/ZTtjkUuTga — Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) December 29, 2024 We only believe in Jassi bhai 😎 200 Test Wickets for Boom Boom Bumrah 🔥🔥 He brings up this milestone with the big wicket of Travis Head.#TeamIndia #AUSvIND @Jaspritbumrah93 pic.twitter.com/QiiyaCi7BX — BCCI (@BCCI) December 29, 2024 Best Bowling average after 200th Test wicket Jasprit Bumrah - 19.56 Joel Garner - 20.34 Shaun Pollock - 20.39 Waqar Younis - 20.60 or 20.61 — Krishna Kumar (@KrishnaKRM) December 29, 2024 Jasprit Bumrah the first bowler in Test history to take his 200th wicket with an average under 20. Best bowler of this generation. Best bowler ever. And not just in terms of numbers #AusvInd — Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) December 29, 2024 Bumrah, Best bowler in the world atm — Darren Lehmann (@darren_lehmann) December 29, 2024 Long after I am done with this game, I will remember Bumrah's opening bursts in this series and smile. Truly, it has been a master at work. — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) December 29, 2024 Yeah, Bumrah’s the best I’ve seen. — Neal 🇦🇺 (@NealGardner_) December 29, 2024 JASPRIT BUMRAH in Tests 🔹 First ever player to reach 200 wickets at an average under 20 🔹 Fewest balls by Indian bowler to 200 wickets (8484) 🔹 Fewest matches by Indian pacer to 200 wickets (44)#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/a8QaGQAc8R — Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) December 29, 2024 Australia's lead crossed 240 with four wickets remaining at the time of publishing this article. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT - Social media in awe of Jasprit Bumrah’s Test milestone at MCG

Jasprit Bumrah, remember the name!
The ace Indian quick has been on a rampage Down Under since day one of this tour, picking 29 wickets in four contested matches thus far. On day four of the ongoing Boxing Day Test at the iconic MCG, Bumrah triggered Australia&rsquo;s collapse after lunch, picking three wickets in two overs, including bagging his 200th Test wicket in Travis Head on just one.
He first removed opener Sam Konstas, bowled on eight before making merry in the first over his second spell, picking up dangerous Head and under-firing Mitchell Marsh.&nbsp;
While Head&rsquo;s wicket, caught on the square leg on one, was his 200th Test scalp - becoming the fourth quickest to reach the milestone regarding balls bowled (8484), Marsh&rsquo;s dismissal was a testament to his status as perhaps the best bowler of his time.
<h3>Watch Video &ndash;</h3>
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Jasprit Bumrah takes his 200th Test wicket and follows it up with 201 just moments later!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MilestoneMoment?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MilestoneMoment</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/nrmainsurance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nrmainsurance</a> <a href="https://t.co/NpiXDBaVDI">pic.twitter.com/NpiXDBaVDI</a>
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Those two wickets also saw him becoming the fastest Indian to 200 wickets in this format, besides doing it with the best bowling average of all time (19.56). However, Bumrah didn&rsquo;t stop there, removing keeper-batter Alex Carey next (on two) in his following over to reduce Australia to 91 for six in their second innings.
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<h2>India on top at the &lsquo;G&rsquo;</h2>
India began day four on 358 for nine, with centurion Nitish Kumar Reddy and Mohammed Siraj at the crease. The visitors could add 11 runs to their overnight tally before veteran spinner Nathan Lyon accounted for Reddy on 114, wrapping up India&rsquo;s innings on 369.&nbsp;
With the 105-run lead, Australia hoped to make the most of it but knew weathering the Bumrah storm would be their toughest challenge, and it unfolded that way.
Unlike how the debutant Konstas reverse ramped Bumrah for fours and a six in the first innings, he failed to replicate the same in the second. Looking clueless against the best seamer in world cricket, Konstas fell prey to Bumrah&rsquo;s seed in the seventh over, with the Indian quick tearing through his middle stump.
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MIDDLE STUMP! Jasprit Bumrah gets Sam Konstas with a pearler. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DeliveredWithSpeed?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DeliveredWithSpeed</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/NBN_Australia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NBN_Australia</a> <a href="https://t.co/A1BzrcHJB8">pic.twitter.com/A1BzrcHJB8</a>
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Usman Khawaja stood his ground for good ten overs before Siraj&rsquo;s incoming delivery got the better of him, dismissing him for 21. Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith played through lunch, with India winning the session hands down.
In the second session, Siraj gave India a massive breakthrough in Smith, picking his second of the day. That wicket, however, was the turning point of the Australian innings, with them losing three quick wickets soon after, denting their momentum.&nbsp;

Seamer Jasprit Bumrah is the quickest Indian to 200 wickets in this format, besides doing it with the best bowling average of all time (19.56).

Jasprit Bumrah, remember the name! The ace Indian quick has been on a rampage Down Under since day one of this tour, picking 29 wickets in four contested matches thus far. On day four of the ongoing Boxing Day Test at the iconic MCG, Bumrah triggered Australia’s collapse after lunch, picking three wickets in two overs, including bagging his 200th Test wicket in Travis Head on just one. He first removed opener Sam Konstas, bowled on eight before making merry in the first over his second spell, picking up dangerous Head and under-firing Mitchell Marsh. While Head’s wicket, caught on the square leg on one, was his 200th Test scalp - becoming the fourth quickest to reach the milestone regarding balls bowled (8484), Marsh’s dismissal was a testament to his status as perhaps the best bowler of his time. Watch Video – Jasprit Bumrah takes his 200th Test wicket and follows it up with 201 just moments later!#AUSvIND | #MilestoneMoment | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/NpiXDBaVDI — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2024 Those two wickets also saw him becoming the fastest Indian to 200 wickets in this format, besides doing it with the best bowling average of all time (19.56). However, Bumrah didn’t stop there, removing keeper-batter Alex Carey next (on two) in his following over to reduce Australia to 91 for six in their second innings. Also Read: BGT - Social media in awe of Jasprit Bumrah’s Test milestone at MCG India on top at the ‘G’ India began day four on 358 for nine, with centurion Nitish Kumar Reddy and Mohammed Siraj at the crease. The visitors could add 11 runs to their overnight tally before veteran spinner Nathan Lyon accounted for Reddy on 114, wrapping up India’s innings on 369. With the 105-run lead, Australia hoped to make the most of it but knew weathering the Bumrah storm would be their toughest challenge, and it unfolded that way. Unlike how the debutant Konstas reverse ramped Bumrah for fours and a six in the first innings, he failed to replicate the same in the second. Looking clueless against the best seamer in world cricket, Konstas fell prey to Bumrah’s seed in the seventh over, with the Indian quick tearing through his middle stump. MIDDLE STUMP! Jasprit Bumrah gets Sam Konstas with a pearler. #AUSvIND | #DeliveredWithSpeed | @NBN_Australia pic.twitter.com/A1BzrcHJB8 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2024 Usman Khawaja stood his ground for good ten overs before Siraj’s incoming delivery got the better of him, dismissing him for 21. Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith played through lunch, with India winning the session hands down. In the second session, Siraj gave India a massive breakthrough in Smith, picking his second of the day. That wicket, however, was the turning point of the Australian innings, with them losing three quick wickets soon after, denting their momentum.

BGT, MCG Test: Bumrah becomes quickest Indian to 200 Test wickets

Jasprit Bumrah's Costliest Over in Test Match History

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Sports-Cricket: It is very rare that Jasprit Bumrah gives away too many runs in an over but he has conceded double-digit runs in an over in Test cricket on multiple occasions. 

Jasprit Bumrah is the number one ranked Test bowler in the world with 904 rating points, the most for an Indian pacer ever recorded. Besides his accolades as an all-format bowler, his impact across every phase of an innings is unparalleled. However, a day after topping the bowling chart, a 19-year-old Test debutant Sam Konstas smashed him for 34 runs in his first spell &ndash; the most by any batter against him in Tests thus far.
The rookie batter hit Bumrah for 18 runs in his fourth over, including hitting him for a six off a ramp shot over the slip cordon. Adding two fours to that led to extra cheers from the crowd, with Sam smashing Bumrah over the deep long-on for his second six of the innings in the 11th over, becoming the second batter after Jos Buttler to hit him for two sixes in Tests.
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WHAT ARE WE SEEING! Sam Konstas just whipped Jasprit Bumrah for six 😱<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PlayOfTheDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PlayOfTheDay</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/nrmainsurance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nrmainsurance</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZuNdtCncLO">pic.twitter.com/ZuNdtCncLO</a>
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Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-social-media-bursts-into-joy-over-nitish-reddys-maiden-test-hundred-check-reactions-8572794" rel="dofollow">BGT: Social media erupts in joy at Nitish Reddy&rsquo;s maiden Test hundred; check reactions</a>
Though Konstas agreed to have enjoyed this little battle against perhaps the best seamer, Bumrah said he nearly dismissed Konstas six or seven times in his first three overs.&nbsp;
Speaking to the host broadcaster ahead of the third day's play at the MCG, Bumrah reflected on Konstas&rsquo; unexpected attack against him, which earned him quite some praise worldwide. The Indian pacer said he wasn&rsquo;t surprised with Sam&rsquo;s approach, adding he had been playing T20 cricket for over a decade, and several newcomers have come and tried it against him, calling the Aussie teenager an interesting batter on the contrary.
"I have experienced heaps of it. I have played T20s for the last 12 years of my life. Interesting batsman," Bumrah said.
"I always felt that I was in the game, I never felt that I was far away from taking his wicket, maybe even 6-7 times in the first two overs. But you know, that's how cricket goes. Some days it pays off, it looks good, and some days it does not. I love different challenges, and I am always looking forward to it," the Indian pacer continued.
<h2>Reddy master class highlights day three</h2>
Nitish Kumar Reddy made a name for himself with a Boxing Day hundred against Australia on day three of the ongoing MCG Test, slamming an unbeaten 105* at the stumps.&nbsp;
Though India is still behind by 116 runs, they avoided the follow-on and cut the deficit after losing two big wickets early on in the day. Washington Sundar played a handy knock of 50, but it was Reddy&rsquo;s day at the &lsquo;G&rsquo;.
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Nitish Kumar Reddy hits his maiden Test century and receives a standing ovation from the MCG crowd ❤️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PlayOfTheDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PlayOfTheDay</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/nrmainsurance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nrmainsurance</a> <a href="https://t.co/Vbqq5C26gz">pic.twitter.com/Vbqq5C26gz</a>
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As things stand, India and Australia are both in for the win, with the rain interruption over the next two days expected to play spoilsport again.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

A day after topping the bowling chart, a 19-year-old Test debutant Sam Konstas smashed him for 34 runs in his first spell – the most by any batter against him in Tests thus far.

Jasprit Bumrah is the number one ranked Test bowler in the world with 904 rating points, the most for an Indian pacer ever recorded. Besides his accolades as an all-format bowler, his impact across every phase of an innings is unparalleled. However, a day after topping the bowling chart, a 19-year-old Test debutant Sam Konstas smashed him for 34 runs in his first spell – the most by any batter against him in Tests thus far. The rookie batter hit Bumrah for 18 runs in his fourth over, including hitting him for a six off a ramp shot over the slip cordon. Adding two fours to that led to extra cheers from the crowd, with Sam smashing Bumrah over the deep long-on for his second six of the innings in the 11th over, becoming the second batter after Jos Buttler to hit him for two sixes in Tests. WHAT ARE WE SEEING! Sam Konstas just whipped Jasprit Bumrah for six 😱#AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/ZuNdtCncLO — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 26, 2024 Also read | BGT: Social media erupts in joy at Nitish Reddy’s maiden Test hundred; check reactions Though Konstas agreed to have enjoyed this little battle against perhaps the best seamer, Bumrah said he nearly dismissed Konstas six or seven times in his first three overs. Speaking to the host broadcaster ahead of the third day's play at the MCG, Bumrah reflected on Konstas’ unexpected attack against him, which earned him quite some praise worldwide. The Indian pacer said he wasn’t surprised with Sam’s approach, adding he had been playing T20 cricket for over a decade, and several newcomers have come and tried it against him, calling the Aussie teenager an interesting batter on the contrary. "I have experienced heaps of it. I have played T20s for the last 12 years of my life. Interesting batsman," Bumrah said. "I always felt that I was in the game, I never felt that I was far away from taking his wicket, maybe even 6-7 times in the first two overs. But you know, that's how cricket goes. Some days it pays off, it looks good, and some days it does not. I love different challenges, and I am always looking forward to it," the Indian pacer continued. Reddy master class highlights day three Nitish Kumar Reddy made a name for himself with a Boxing Day hundred against Australia on day three of the ongoing MCG Test, slamming an unbeaten 105* at the stumps. Though India is still behind by 116 runs, they avoided the follow-on and cut the deficit after losing two big wickets early on in the day. Washington Sundar played a handy knock of 50, but it was Reddy’s day at the ‘G’. Nitish Kumar Reddy hits his maiden Test century and receives a standing ovation from the MCG crowd ❤️ #AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/Vbqq5C26gz — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 28, 2024 As things stand, India and Australia are both in for the win, with the rain interruption over the next two days expected to play spoilsport again. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: ‘Could have dismissed him 6-7 times…,’ Bumrah on Konstas' attack

Batters With Most Single Digit Scores In Tests In 2024

Tim Southee (New Zealand)

Ollie Pope (England)

Rohit Sharma (India)

Hasan Mahmud (Bangladesh)

Shoaib Bashir (England)

Ben Stokes (England)

Batters With Most Single Digit Scores In Test Cricket In 2024 Rohit Sharma Ben Stokes Jasprit Bumrah Tim Southee Ollie Pope Shoaib Bashir 

Steve Smith completed his record 34th Test hundred against India early on day two of the Boxing Day BGT Test at the iconic MCG, powering the host to 474 in the first innings. Smith notched up his 11th three-digit plus score against India in Tests, becoming the batter with the most centuries in this format against the Indian Team, surpassing England&rsquo;s Joe Root (10).
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11 Test 100s for Steve Smith against India! More than anyone else in history 👏 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MilestoneMoment?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MilestoneMoment</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/nrmainsurance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nrmainsurance</a> <a href="https://t.co/SO8tnwPds4">pic.twitter.com/SO8tnwPds4</a>
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For the visiting side, ace seamer Jasprit Bumrah picked four wickets, while all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja returned with three, with India wrapping up Australia&rsquo;s first innings shortly after lunch on day two.
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The hosts began day two on 311 for six, with Smith (on 68) and captain Pat Cummins at the crease. The pair made merry early on with plenty of good-looking shots, including smoking 15 runs off Akash Deep&rsquo;s over.
Smith and Cummins added 112 runs for the seventh wicket before Jadeja returned to dismiss the skipper on 49.&nbsp;
By then, Smith had completed his record hundred at the 'G', his 11th against India in Tests &ndash; the most by any batter against them in this format. Australia crossed the 400-mark at lunch with seven batters back in the hut.
After both teams returned to the field, Jadeja removed Starc in his first over before Akash Deep got rid of Smith on 140 off a bizarre dismissal soon after.&nbsp;
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Oh dear Steve Smith! That is as bizarre as it gets 😳 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZDUWggwBq4">pic.twitter.com/ZDUWggwBq4</a>
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Smith walked back with pride as the packed house at the iconic MCG gave him a standing ovation. Also, Smith's 140 was his second ton of the series, fifth at the venue and 18th overall in Australia.
However, Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland frustrated India with a little 19-run partnership for the last wicket. Though there were a few close calls favouring the Aussies, Bumrah returned to pick his 25th wicket of the series by removing Lyon trapped in the front.
<h2>India lose its captain early</h2>
Rohit Sharma&rsquo;s dismal run with the bat continues as he departed on just three to his counterpart Cummins in his first over.&nbsp;
Rohit failed to make a mark despite returning to the top, where he usually bats across formats.&nbsp;
Cummins bowled a good length delivery, which did a bit of the surface, catching Rohit off guard as he top-edged one for Boland to grab it successfully.&nbsp;
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Indian skipper Rohit Sharma is gone for just three runs! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/m1fLiqKLO7">pic.twitter.com/m1fLiqKLO7</a>
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(With inputs from agencies)

Steve Smith hit his 11th Test hundred against India, the most by any batter in Tests. His 140 is his fifth ton at the MCG and 18th in Australia. 

Steve Smith completed his record 34th Test hundred against India early on day two of the Boxing Day BGT Test at the iconic MCG, powering the host to 474 in the first innings. Smith notched up his 11th three-digit plus score against India in Tests, becoming the batter with the most centuries in this format against the Indian Team, surpassing England’s Joe Root (10). 11 Test 100s for Steve Smith against India! More than anyone else in history 👏 #AUSvIND | #MilestoneMoment | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/SO8tnwPds4 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 27, 2024 For the visiting side, ace seamer Jasprit Bumrah picked four wickets, while all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja returned with three, with India wrapping up Australia’s first innings shortly after lunch on day two. ALSO READ: BGT, MCG Test: Smith’s 34th Test ton puts Australia ahead early on day 2 The hosts began day two on 311 for six, with Smith (on 68) and captain Pat Cummins at the crease. The pair made merry early on with plenty of good-looking shots, including smoking 15 runs off Akash Deep’s over. Smith and Cummins added 112 runs for the seventh wicket before Jadeja returned to dismiss the skipper on 49. By then, Smith had completed his record hundred at the 'G', his 11th against India in Tests – the most by any batter against them in this format. Australia crossed the 400-mark at lunch with seven batters back in the hut. After both teams returned to the field, Jadeja removed Starc in his first over before Akash Deep got rid of Smith on 140 off a bizarre dismissal soon after. Oh dear Steve Smith! That is as bizarre as it gets 😳 #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/ZDUWggwBq4 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 27, 2024 Smith walked back with pride as the packed house at the iconic MCG gave him a standing ovation. Also, Smith's 140 was his second ton of the series, fifth at the venue and 18th overall in Australia. However, Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland frustrated India with a little 19-run partnership for the last wicket. Though there were a few close calls favouring the Aussies, Bumrah returned to pick his 25th wicket of the series by removing Lyon trapped in the front. India lose its captain early Rohit Sharma’s dismal run with the bat continues as he departed on just three to his counterpart Cummins in his first over. Rohit failed to make a mark despite returning to the top, where he usually bats across formats. Cummins bowled a good length delivery, which did a bit of the surface, catching Rohit off guard as he top-edged one for Boland to grab it successfully. Indian skipper Rohit Sharma is gone for just three runs! #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/m1fLiqKLO7 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 27, 2024 (With inputs from agencies)

BGT, MCG Test: Australia all out for 474 after Smith’s record Test ton

Sam Konstas has emerged on the international cricket scene with his bumper Boxing Day Test debut against India. On day one of the fourth BGT Test at the iconic MCG, in front of over 87000 fans, the rookie batter did something no other cricketer had done before, reverse scooping Jasprit Bumrah for a six. He also hit 18 runs off Bumrah&rsquo;s fourth over &ndash; the most he conceded in six balls in his decorated Test career thus far.
Having failed to get going against Bumrah earlier in the innings, Konstas found his touch in the seventh over, hitting Bumrah for a six off a reverse scoop before hitting him for a couple of boundaries later in the same over.
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He then whacked him for a six to long-on in the 11th over, completing his second maximum against Bumrah and becoming only the second batter after Jos Buttler to do so.
ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-steve-smith-joins-donald-bradman-on-elite-list-with-68-on-day-one-of-boxing-day-test-8567176" rel="dofollow">BGT: Smith joins Bradman on elite list with 68* on day one at MCG</a>
What brought everyone&rsquo;s attention to him was his sheer audacity to perhaps hit the best Test bowler right now, Bumrah, who attained the highest ranking for an Indian pacer ever (904), for boundaries for fun. Detailing on facing Bumrah at the &lsquo;G&rsquo;, Konstas said he wanted to put the pressure back on him, a punt that paid off.
"I think it probably will look silly if I did get out," Konstas said after the first day&rsquo;s play at MCG. "But I've worked pretty hard on that shot, and I feel like it's probably a safe shot for me really. But I think that's the beauty about being young and maybe a bit naive. I'm just trying to put pressure back on the bowler in the best way I think is, and it was good to get a few runs today."
<h2>Looking at the ball and not bowler</h2>
Bumrah has had the better of Nathan McSweeney (who got replaced by Konstas) and Usman Khawaja mostly during three concluded BGT Tests; Australia needed someone brave to weather his storm and score runs against him. Walk in Sam, who scored 34 runs against the ace pacer &ndash; the most by any batter against him in a single spell (in Tests).
"I think I was just getting used to the wicket, first time facing him, getting used to his action," Konstas said. "Obviously, he beat my bat quite a few times, and [I] was lucky enough to get a few away. But it was a great contest."
"He's a legend of the game, obviously, so I was trying to put a bit of pressure on him, and it paid off today. But obviously, he took three wickets, and he changed the momentum. But, I think, I'm always challenging myself, trying to bring the best out of myself; so just getting that contest with him and trying to take his lines away,&rdquo; Konstas continued.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Sam scored 60 on his maiden outing before Ravindra Jadeja accounted for his dismissal by trapping him in front of the wickets.
At stumps on day one, Australia&rsquo;s scorecard read 311 for six.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Konstas also whacked Bumrah for a six to long-on in the 11th over, completing his second maximum against Bumrah and becoming only the second batter after Jos Buttler to do so.

Sam Konstas has emerged on the international cricket scene with his bumper Boxing Day Test debut against India. On day one of the fourth BGT Test at the iconic MCG, in front of over 87000 fans, the rookie batter did something no other cricketer had done before, reverse scooping Jasprit Bumrah for a six. He also hit 18 runs off Bumrah’s fourth over – the most he conceded in six balls in his decorated Test career thus far. Having failed to get going against Bumrah earlier in the innings, Konstas found his touch in the seventh over, hitting Bumrah for a six off a reverse scoop before hitting him for a couple of boundaries later in the same over. WHAT ARE WE SEEING! Sam Konstas just whipped Jasprit Bumrah for six 😱#AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/ZuNdtCncLO — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 26, 2024 He then whacked him for a six to long-on in the 11th over, completing his second maximum against Bumrah and becoming only the second batter after Jos Buttler to do so. ALSO READ: BGT: Smith joins Bradman on elite list with 68* on day one at MCG What brought everyone’s attention to him was his sheer audacity to perhaps hit the best Test bowler right now, Bumrah, who attained the highest ranking for an Indian pacer ever (904), for boundaries for fun. Detailing on facing Bumrah at the ‘G’, Konstas said he wanted to put the pressure back on him, a punt that paid off. "I think it probably will look silly if I did get out," Konstas said after the first day’s play at MCG. "But I've worked pretty hard on that shot, and I feel like it's probably a safe shot for me really. But I think that's the beauty about being young and maybe a bit naive. I'm just trying to put pressure back on the bowler in the best way I think is, and it was good to get a few runs today." Looking at the ball and not bowler Bumrah has had the better of Nathan McSweeney (who got replaced by Konstas) and Usman Khawaja mostly during three concluded BGT Tests; Australia needed someone brave to weather his storm and score runs against him. Walk in Sam, who scored 34 runs against the ace pacer – the most by any batter against him in a single spell (in Tests). "I think I was just getting used to the wicket, first time facing him, getting used to his action," Konstas said. "Obviously, he beat my bat quite a few times, and [I] was lucky enough to get a few away. But it was a great contest." "He's a legend of the game, obviously, so I was trying to put a bit of pressure on him, and it paid off today. But obviously, he took three wickets, and he changed the momentum. But, I think, I'm always challenging myself, trying to bring the best out of myself; so just getting that contest with him and trying to take his lines away,” Konstas continued. Meanwhile, Sam scored 60 on his maiden outing before Ravindra Jadeja accounted for his dismissal by trapping him in front of the wickets. At stumps on day one, Australia’s scorecard read 311 for six. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: ‘I tried putting pressure and it paid off,’ Sam Konstas on facing Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah is the best fast bowler in the world at the moment; having attained the highest ranking (904) for an Indian Test pacer on the eve of the Boxing Day Test, Bumrah was on cloud nine only for a 19-year-old Sam Konstas to humble him the next day at the iconic MCG. The right-handed batter broke several records during his maiden international outing for Australia and against Bumrah, with his reverse-sweep six of the Indian ace seamer being the highlight.<o:p></o:p>
ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-2024-25-theres-a-level-of-naivety-aussie-skipper-pat-cummins-on-teen-sam-konstas-ahead-of-mcg-test-786727" rel="dofollow">BGT 2024-25: 'There&rsquo;s a level of naivety,' Aussie skipper Pat Cummins on teen Sam Konstas ahead of MCG Test</a> 
During the seventh over of the Australian innings, Konstas, batting on nine and having failed (in his attempt) to find runs off Bumrah by playing a reverse shot earlier, smashed one over the slips off a reverse sweep to Bumrah for a six. That shot brought the crowd to its feet, with over 80,000 fans cheering for the newcomer.<o:p></o:p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal">Watch the Video &ndash;<o:p></o:p></h3>
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In the same over, Konstas hit him for two fours, one sweep and one reverse sweep before smashing Bumrah for another six over the long on area in the 11th over, becoming only the second batter after England&rsquo;s Jos Buttler to hit two sixes against Bumrah in Tests.<o:p></o:p>
That over (7th) saw him going for 18 runs &ndash; the most he has conceded in a single over in the longest format. <o:p></o:p>
Konstas also hit 34 off 33 balls against Bumrah - the most a batter has hit against him in a single spell in Tests thus far.<o:p></o:p>
The rookie batter took on Mohammed Siraj, completing his maiden Test fifty soon after. However, Ravindra Jadeja accounted for his dismissal, trapped in front of the wickets on 60. <o:p></o:p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Australia on top on day one at the MCG<o:p></o:p></h2>
Australia won the toss and elected to bat first in the fourth BGT Test. Openers made merry out in the middle, with both completing respective fifties. Following their dismissals, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith took charge and kept the run-rate ticking. <o:p></o:p>
While Marnus completed another fifty in this series (later got on 72), Steve closed in on his just after tea on day one.<o:p></o:p>
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Sam Konstas broke several records during his maiden international outing for Australia and against Bumrah. He hit six fours and two sixes on his Test debut. 

Jasprit Bumrah is the best fast bowler in the world at the moment; having attained the highest ranking (904) for an Indian Test pacer on the eve of the Boxing Day Test, Bumrah was on cloud nine only for a 19-year-old Sam Konstas to humble him the next day at the iconic MCG. The right-handed batter broke several records during his maiden international outing for Australia and against Bumrah, with his reverse-sweep six of the Indian ace seamer being the highlight. ALSO READ: BGT 2024-25: 'There’s a level of naivety,' Aussie skipper Pat Cummins on teen Sam Konstas ahead of MCG Test During the seventh over of the Australian innings, Konstas, batting on nine and having failed (in his attempt) to find runs off Bumrah by playing a reverse shot earlier, smashed one over the slips off a reverse sweep to Bumrah for a six. That shot brought the crowd to its feet, with over 80,000 fans cheering for the newcomer. Watch the Video – WHAT ARE WE SEEING! Sam Konstas just whipped Jasprit Bumrah for six 😱#AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/ZuNdtCncLO — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 26, 2024 In the same over, Konstas hit him for two fours, one sweep and one reverse sweep before smashing Bumrah for another six over the long on area in the 11th over, becoming only the second batter after England’s Jos Buttler to hit two sixes against Bumrah in Tests. That over (7th) saw him going for 18 runs – the most he has conceded in a single over in the longest format. Konstas also hit 34 off 33 balls against Bumrah - the most a batter has hit against him in a single spell in Tests thus far. The rookie batter took on Mohammed Siraj, completing his maiden Test fifty soon after. However, Ravindra Jadeja accounted for his dismissal, trapped in front of the wickets on 60. Australia on top on day one at the MCG Australia won the toss and elected to bat first in the fourth BGT Test. Openers made merry out in the middle, with both completing respective fifties. Following their dismissals, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith took charge and kept the run-rate ticking. While Marnus completed another fifty in this series (later got on 72), Steve closed in on his just after tea on day one. Meanwhile, Australia replaced the injured Josh Hazlewood with Victorian Scott Boland, and India dropped Shubman Gill for another all-rounder, Washington Sundar, in the XI.

BGT– Konstas hits Bumrah for a six off reverse-sweep on debut – WATCH

Australia ended Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test versus India, at the MCG, Melbourne, at 311-6 on Thursday (Dec 26). There was plenty of drama and action during the opening day's play which saw Australia's top four impress with a fifty each with debutant Sam Konstas making a 65-ball 60. For India, in-form pacer Jasprit Bumrah remained among wickets as he managed to account for three big scalps, also removing Travis Head for a duck, to stage his side's recovery after the Aussies were 237-2 at one stage.
The day's play commenced with Rohit Sharma-led visitors asking Australia to bat first at the iconic venue. The new opening pair of Konstas and Usman Khawaja started positively. The debutant impressed one and all by taking on Bumrah, with a reverse-sweep six, and wasn't afraid to charge down the ground as well. He scored a blazing 65-ball 60 as Australian openers put on 89 in 19 overs. Ravindra Jadeja dismissed him before the lunch break as Australia ended the first session at 112-1.
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/border-gavaskar-trophy-2024-25-australia-end-day-1-of-boxing-day-test-at-311-6-debutant-sam-konstas-impresses-with-fiery-60-8566856" rel="dofollow">Also read | BGT: Australia end Day 1 of Boxing Day Test at 311-6, debutant Sam Konstas impresses with fiery 60</a>
The second session saw Australia progress steadily as India got one breakthrough with Bumrah removing Khawaja (57). The third session saw Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith continue to add runs on the board as the duo complemented each other very well. Labuschagne got out for 72 against the run of play, taking on Washington Sundar. This opened the doors for India's comeback as Bumrah struck twice in quick succession. From 237-2, Australia was reduced to 246-5.
Alex Carey and Smith stitched an important 53-run sixth-wicket stand with both taking on the attack. Before the end of the play, Carey was dismissed by Akash Deep. The home side ended with 311-6. They scored at a healthy pace in the first and last session, however, India would be content with their comeback and aim to dismiss the hosts before the 350-run mark on Day 2, on Friday (Dec 27).&nbsp;

BGT: Australia ended Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test at 311-6 with fifties from the top four. Debutant Sam Konstas impressed with a fiery 60.

Australia ended Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test versus India, at the MCG, Melbourne, at 311-6 on Thursday (Dec 26). There was plenty of drama and action during the opening day's play which saw Australia's top four impress with a fifty each with debutant Sam Konstas making a 65-ball 60. For India, in-form pacer Jasprit Bumrah remained among wickets as he managed to account for three big scalps, also removing Travis Head for a duck, to stage his side's recovery after the Aussies were 237-2 at one stage. The day's play commenced with Rohit Sharma-led visitors asking Australia to bat first at the iconic venue. The new opening pair of Konstas and Usman Khawaja started positively. The debutant impressed one and all by taking on Bumrah, with a reverse-sweep six, and wasn't afraid to charge down the ground as well. He scored a blazing 65-ball 60 as Australian openers put on 89 in 19 overs. Ravindra Jadeja dismissed him before the lunch break as Australia ended the first session at 112-1. Also read | BGT: Australia end Day 1 of Boxing Day Test at 311-6, debutant Sam Konstas impresses with fiery 60 The second session saw Australia progress steadily as India got one breakthrough with Bumrah removing Khawaja (57). The third session saw Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith continue to add runs on the board as the duo complemented each other very well. Labuschagne got out for 72 against the run of play, taking on Washington Sundar. This opened the doors for India's comeback as Bumrah struck twice in quick succession. From 237-2, Australia was reduced to 246-5. Alex Carey and Smith stitched an important 53-run sixth-wicket stand with both taking on the attack. Before the end of the play, Carey was dismissed by Akash Deep. The home side ended with 311-6. They scored at a healthy pace in the first and last session, however, India would be content with their comeback and aim to dismiss the hosts before the 350-run mark on Day 2, on Friday (Dec 27).

BGT: Australia end Day 1 of Boxing Day Test at 311-6, debutant Sam Konstas impresses with fiery 60

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India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has created history by equalling recently retired Ravi Ashwin's points tally on the ICC Test bowlers rankings. Bumrah's 904 points are the joint-highest ever for an Indian bowler along with Ashwin who had achieved the feat in December 2016.
Bumrah's tally, which he achieved after the figures of 9/94 in third Test vs Australia, is also the best ever for an Indian pacer. He already stands at the top of ICC Test Bowler ranking - a huge 39 points clear of South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada's 865.
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It is because of Bumrah that India are still alive in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). The pacer has been outstanding with 21 wickets in six innings of three Tests.
Bumrah's wicket-tally in the series is the highest from both sides with Aussie duo Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins at second place with 14 wickets apiece.
It has been a miserable situation for Indian bowlers apart from Bumrah. All the other Indian bowlers used in the series so far have 22 wickets collectively, with Mohammed Siraj taking 13 of them with India taking a total of 47 wickets.
With no Mohammed Shami available, Bumrah has been waging the lone battle against Australia with two five-for and one four-for and an economy rate of 2.60 with a strike rate of 25.14.
It is thanks to Bumrah that India won the first Test in Perth despite being bowled out for 150 in the first innings. With the pacer being played cautiously in the second Test of the series, Australia piled on runs against other bowlers and won the match eventually.
Bumrah was back to his best at the Gabba and helped India draw the Test with good performance from both bat and ball.
The five-Test series stands equal at 101 after three matches with two more games to go. The next match start December 26 (Boxing Day) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) while the last game is slated to be played from January 3-7 at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

It is because of Bumrah that India are still alive in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). The pacer has been outstanding with 21 wickets in six innings of three Tests



New Delhi India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has created history by equalling recently retired Ravi Ashwin's points tally on the ICC Test bowlers rankings. Bumrah's 904 points are the joint-highest ever for an Indian bowler along with Ashwin who had achieved the feat in December 2016. Bumrah's tally, which he achieved after the figures of 9/94 in third Test vs Australia, is also the best ever for an Indian pacer. He already stands at the top of ICC Test Bowler ranking - a huge 39 points clear of South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada's 865. Also Read: Champions Trophy 2025: ICC releases full schedule of tournament - check details inside It is because of Bumrah that India are still alive in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). The pacer has been outstanding with 21 wickets in six innings of three Tests. Bumrah's wicket-tally in the series is the highest from both sides with Aussie duo Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins at second place with 14 wickets apiece. It has been a miserable situation for Indian bowlers apart from Bumrah. All the other Indian bowlers used in the series so far have 22 wickets collectively, with Mohammed Siraj taking 13 of them with India taking a total of 47 wickets. With no Mohammed Shami available, Bumrah has been waging the lone battle against Australia with two five-for and one four-for and an economy rate of 2.60 with a strike rate of 25.14. It is thanks to Bumrah that India won the first Test in Perth despite being bowled out for 150 in the first innings. With the pacer being played cautiously in the second Test of the series, Australia piled on runs against other bowlers and won the match eventually. Bumrah was back to his best at the Gabba and helped India draw the Test with good performance from both bat and ball. The five-Test series stands equal at 101 after three matches with two more games to go. The next match start December 26 (Boxing Day) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) while the last game is slated to be played from January 3-7 at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

BGT 2024-25: Jasprit Bumrah equals Ravi Ashwin's historic feat ahead of Boxing Day Test

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has created history by equalling recently retired Ravi Ashwin's points tally on the ICC Test bowlers rankings. Bumrah's 904 points are the joint-highest ever for an Indian bowler along with Ashwin who had achieved the feat in December 2016.

Bumrah's tally, which he achieved after the figures of 9/94 in third Test vs Australia, is also the best ever for an Indian pacer. He already stands at the top of ICC Test Bowler ranking - a huge 39 points clear of South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada's 865.

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It is because of Bumrah that India are still alive in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). The pacer has been outstanding with 21 wickets in six innings of three Tests.

Bumrah's wicket-tally in the series is the highest from both sides with Aussie duo Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins at second place with 14 wickets apiece.

It has been a miserable situation for Indian bowlers apart from Bumrah. All the other Indian bowlers used in the series so far have 22 wickets collectively, with Mohammed Siraj taking 13 of them with India taking a total of 47 wickets.

With no Mohammed Shami available, Bumrah has been waging the lone battle against Australia with two five-for and one four-for and an economy rate of 2.60 with a strike rate of 25.14.

It is thanks to Bumrah that India won the first Test in Perth despite being bowled out for 150 in the first innings. With the pacer being played cautiously in the second Test of the series, Australia piled on runs against other bowlers and won the match eventually.

Bumrah was back to his best at the Gabba and helped India draw the Test with good performance from both bat and ball.

The five-Test series stands equal at 101 after three matches with two more games to go. The next match start December 26 (Boxing Day) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) while the last game is slated to be played from January 3-7 at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).&nbsp;

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has created history by equalling recently retired Ravi Ashwin's points tally on the ICC Test bowlers rankings. Bumrah's 904 points are the joint-highest ever for an Indian bowler along with Ashwin who had achieved the feat in December 2016.

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has created history by equalling recently retired Ravi Ashwin's points tally on the ICC Test bowlers rankings. Bumrah's 904 points are the joint-highest ever for an Indian bowler along with Ashwin who had achieved the feat in December 2016. Bumrah's tally, which he achieved after the figures of 9/94 in third Test vs Australia, is also the best ever for an Indian pacer. He already stands at the top of ICC Test Bowler ranking - a huge 39 points clear of South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada's 865. Also Read: Champions Trophy 2025: ICC releases full schedule of tournament - check details inside It is because of Bumrah that India are still alive in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). The pacer has been outstanding with 21 wickets in six innings of three Tests. Bumrah's wicket-tally in the series is the highest from both sides with Aussie duo Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins at second place with 14 wickets apiece. It has been a miserable situation for Indian bowlers apart from Bumrah. All the other Indian bowlers used in the series so far have 22 wickets collectively, with Mohammed Siraj taking 13 of them with India taking a total of 47 wickets. With no Mohammed Shami available, Bumrah has been waging the lone battle against Australia with two five-for and one four-for and an economy rate of 2.60 with a strike rate of 25.14. It is thanks to Bumrah that India won the first Test in Perth despite being bowled out for 150 in the first innings. With the pacer being played cautiously in the second Test of the series, Australia piled on runs against other bowlers and won the match eventually. Bumrah was back to his best at the Gabba and helped India draw the Test with good performance from both bat and ball. The five-Test series stands equal at 101 after three matches with two more games to go. The next match start December 26 (Boxing Day) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) while the last game is slated to be played from January 3-7 at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

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