Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah revealed that he never got formal coaching while growing up and learnt everything about the game on television. Bumrah also stated that when he had started, many thought he would last not more than six-seven months. Bumrah made his international debut in 2016 and soon became a regular in white-ball before making his Test debut in 2018. At present, he remains an integral part of India's lineup across formats and is the vice-captain in the longest format.

During the second Test between India and Australia, in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), Bumrah told Fox Cricket, "I started my cricket quite late. I was not a tearaway quick because at six, seven, I didn’t play cricket. I started cricket with the season ball probably at 16, 17. So I watched the television and picked up cricket. I’d got no formal coaching ever."

"So I learned everything through the television and, you know, somehow picked up cues and kept on finding my own solutions. So that’s worked with me till date that, you know, I come into a setup. I rely on my own instincts and gut. So yeah, that’s how I picked up."

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<h2>'Don’t think a lot of people believed in me, they thought this bowling action would not last for long'</h2>

Bumrah further shared, "When I used to play cricket as a youngster, there used to be benches over there. So I couldn’t go any further than that. So I couldn’t go through that. So that was the limit that we had. So we used to keep it as a boundary. So I used to run in from there. So when I came into serious cricket, I tried to run more. Initially, I did run a lot more, but it used to have no difference to my pace. It used to stay the same."

"So at that time, I thought, okay, might as well conserve some energy to&nbsp;bowl faster for a long period. So I had this and it did, it made no difference to my bowling. So I thought I’d keep it with me. I don’t think a lot of people believed in me because they thought that this bowling action will not last for long. He’ll play for six months, seven months. So not really a lot of people worked on me or, you know, gave me inputs that, you know, I think this is useful or you should stop doing that because. I don’t think they saw a lot of merit."

“I think that worked out in my favour because&nbsp;I was self-reliant then and I had to have a lot of self-belief and find out solutions on my own. So yes, nobody tried to change me, but nobody gave any extra solutions. So that worked out for the best in the greater interest, but then that helped me develop, you know, relying on yourself and having self-belief. So I think that worked out brilliantly for me," Bumrah added.

Bumrah is currently involved in the five-match Test series between India and Australia in Australia. He led India in the series opener&nbsp;in Perth&nbsp;and ended as the Player-of-the-Match for his match figures of 8 for 72. After&nbsp;India's loss in the second Test&nbsp;at&nbsp;Adelaide, the 31-year-old would be eager to stage his side's bounce back in 2024/25 BGT.

Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah revealed that he never got formal coaching while growing up and learnt everything about the game on television. Bumrah also stated that when he had started, many thought he would last not more than six-seven months.

Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah revealed that he never got formal coaching while growing up and learnt everything about the game on television. Bumrah also stated that when he had started, many thought he would last not more than six-seven months. Bumrah made his international debut in 2016 and soon became a regular in white-ball before making his Test debut in 2018. At present, he remains an integral part of India's lineup across formats and is the vice-captain in the longest format. During the second Test between India and Australia, in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), Bumrah told Fox Cricket, "I started my cricket quite late. I was not a tearaway quick because at six, seven, I didn’t play cricket. I started cricket with the season ball probably at 16, 17. So I watched the television and picked up cricket. I’d got no formal coaching ever." "So I learned everything through the television and, you know, somehow picked up cues and kept on finding my own solutions. So that’s worked with me till date that, you know, I come into a setup. I rely on my own instincts and gut. So yeah, that’s how I picked up." Also read: IPL 2025: ‘He said he wanted to go…’ – Delhi Capitals coach Hemang Badani opens up on Rishabh Pant’s departure 'Don’t think a lot of people believed in me, they thought this bowling action would not last for long' Bumrah further shared, "When I used to play cricket as a youngster, there used to be benches over there. So I couldn’t go any further than that. So I couldn’t go through that. So that was the limit that we had. So we used to keep it as a boundary. So I used to run in from there. So when I came into serious cricket, I tried to run more. Initially, I did run a lot more, but it used to have no difference to my pace. It used to stay the same." "So at that time, I thought, okay, might as well conserve some energy to bowl faster for a long period. So I had this and it did, it made no difference to my bowling. So I thought I’d keep it with me. I don’t think a lot of people believed in me because they thought that this bowling action will not last for long. He’ll play for six months, seven months. So not really a lot of people worked on me or, you know, gave me inputs that, you know, I think this is useful or you should stop doing that because. I don’t think they saw a lot of merit." “I think that worked out in my favour because I was self-reliant then and I had to have a lot of self-belief and find out solutions on my own. So yes, nobody tried to change me, but nobody gave any extra solutions. So that worked out for the best in the greater interest, but then that helped me develop, you know, relying on yourself and having self-belief. So I think that worked out brilliantly for me," Bumrah added. Bumrah is currently involved in the five-match Test series between India and Australia in Australia. He led India in the series opener in Perth and ended as the Player-of-the-Match for his match figures of 8 for 72. After India's loss in the second Test at Adelaide, the 31-year-old would be eager to stage his side's bounce back in 2024/25 BGT.

BGT 2024-25: With this bowling action, many thought I’ll last maximum 6-7 months, reveals Jasprit Bumrah

Glenn McGrath is a generational great, and so is Jasprit Bumrah. Two bowlers, perhaps the best of their respective eras, have traumatised batters across formats with their unparalleled skills. While McGrath owned veterans with his tight line and length, Bumrah did the same, adding pace and searing yorkers.

After Bumrah's masterclass in Perth, both as a leader and bowler, wherein he picked eight wickets across two innings and guided India to a famous win at the Optus Stadium. In Adelaide, despite the result, McGrath talked highly of Bumrah’s unique bowling action and what makes it special.

Although Bumrah received uncalled-for flak over his action Down Under, McGrath shut&nbsp;the critics, explaining how his run-up, the jump, the body alignment and the bowling arm, clubbed together, created a monster like Bumrah.

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“He’s just so unique. Isn’t he in his action the way he runs up,” McGrath said while doing commentary for ABC Sports during the Adelaide Test. “It’s not something you teach young bowlers to do, but he’s found a way. He ambles in, and then the last two steps just powers through the crease while such great areas.

“He’s quite hyper-mobile in his joints and sort of got a great wrist and very good control. Ball moves both ways, so, he’s full package,” McGrath continued.

<h2>What McGrath advised Bumrah?</h2>

McGrath recalled the first time he watched Bumrah and his interaction with the Indian pacer. While complimenting how well Bumrah transformed into the best bowler, Glenn revealed what he told him, although he ran away from taking credit for that.

“Well, you’ve got a whatever their natural ability is, and I saw Jasprit when he was younger, he had a good pace, but his action was completely different,” McGrath recollected.

“It was a short run-up; he was bowling quick, but he had a massive jump (away from the stumps), and then he’d bowl.”

“He had good pace and angled in and everything, and I sort of suggested it’d be better if he went straight through the crease, but he couldn’t do it, and so he played like that,” McGrath noted.

Getting into the nitty-gritty of Bumrah’s action and how it worked out for him without troubling him enough, barring a knee and back injury lately, McGrath said,&nbsp;

“I think then he had a problem with his knee, he sort of blew his knee out whatever damage he did to it, and when he came back, I think he had to train himself to go straight through the crease.”

“So, first let me say I’m not taking any credit whatsoever for that, but he had to retrain himself, which is tough, and now he goes straight through the crease that arm right behind the ball and with that pace and skidding it into the stumps, he’s definitely a handful,” he added.

Meanwhile, India and Australia will face off in the third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane starting December 14.&nbsp;

The series is tied at 1-1 after Australia completed a stunning comeback in Adelaide after a Perth shocker.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Glenn McGrath is a generational great, and so is Jasprit Bumrah. Two bowlers, perhaps the best of their respective eras, have traumatised batters across formats with their unparalleled skills.

Glenn McGrath is a generational great, and so is Jasprit Bumrah. Two bowlers, perhaps the best of their respective eras, have traumatised batters across formats with their unparalleled skills. While McGrath owned veterans with his tight line and length, Bumrah did the same, adding pace and searing yorkers. After Bumrah's masterclass in Perth, both as a leader and bowler, wherein he picked eight wickets across two innings and guided India to a famous win at the Optus Stadium. In Adelaide, despite the result, McGrath talked highly of Bumrah’s unique bowling action and what makes it special. Although Bumrah received uncalled-for flak over his action Down Under, McGrath shut the critics, explaining how his run-up, the jump, the body alignment and the bowling arm, clubbed together, created a monster like Bumrah. ALSO READ: BGT – Josh Hazlewood sets deadline before committing to Gabba Test availability “He’s just so unique. Isn’t he in his action the way he runs up,” McGrath said while doing commentary for ABC Sports during the Adelaide Test. “It’s not something you teach young bowlers to do, but he’s found a way. He ambles in, and then the last two steps just powers through the crease while such great areas. “He’s quite hyper-mobile in his joints and sort of got a great wrist and very good control. Ball moves both ways, so, he’s full package,” McGrath continued. What McGrath advised Bumrah? McGrath recalled the first time he watched Bumrah and his interaction with the Indian pacer. While complimenting how well Bumrah transformed into the best bowler, Glenn revealed what he told him, although he ran away from taking credit for that. “Well, you’ve got a whatever their natural ability is, and I saw Jasprit when he was younger, he had a good pace, but his action was completely different,” McGrath recollected. “It was a short run-up; he was bowling quick, but he had a massive jump (away from the stumps), and then he’d bowl.” “He had good pace and angled in and everything, and I sort of suggested it’d be better if he went straight through the crease, but he couldn’t do it, and so he played like that,” McGrath noted. Getting into the nitty-gritty of Bumrah’s action and how it worked out for him without troubling him enough, barring a knee and back injury lately, McGrath said, “I think then he had a problem with his knee, he sort of blew his knee out whatever damage he did to it, and when he came back, I think he had to train himself to go straight through the crease.” “So, first let me say I’m not taking any credit whatsoever for that, but he had to retrain himself, which is tough, and now he goes straight through the crease that arm right behind the ball and with that pace and skidding it into the stumps, he’s definitely a handful,” he added. Meanwhile, India and Australia will face off in the third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane starting December 14. The series is tied at 1-1 after Australia completed a stunning comeback in Adelaide after a Perth shocker. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: How Glenn McGrath’s one advice helped Jasprit Bumrah become world-class

Steve Smith continued with his poor form in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) after he was scalped by Jasprit Bumrah in the first session of Day 2 in the ongoing pink-ball Test in Adelaide. Playing on Saturday (Dec 7) at the Adelaide Oval, Bumrah got the better of Smith for the second time in the series, this time via a brilliant catch from wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant. The former Australia skipper had earlier been dismissed for a golden duck by Bumrah in the first innings of the Perth Test.

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<h2>Bumrah stuns Smith</h2>

On the first ball of the 41st over that was going down the leg was nicked by Smith as it made its path away from the wicketkeeper. However, Pant dived superbly on his left to clutch Smith and get the better of him. The 35-year-old lasted for only 11 balls before he was sent packing home, having scored only two runs. The Aussie star also became the Indian vice-captain’s third wicket of the innings and he pushed for a comeback.

At the time of writing, Australia were 168/4 with Marnus Labuschagne top-scoring with 64. He was dismissed by Nitish Reddy with Yashasvi Jaiswal taking a superb catch at the gully. Australia trailed by 12 runs with Travis Head (32) and Mitchell March (0) in the middle.

Australia had earlier started the day from 86/1 as they lost Nathan McSweeney (39) shortly after the start.

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<h2>Can India mount a comeback?</h2>

With Australia destined to take the first innings lead, India will need a healthy contribution from their batters if they are to mount a comeback. Considering India’s recent batting woes, batters like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and others will need to come good. The team will also rely heavily on the services of Jaiswal and KL Rahul who impressed in the second innings of the Perth Test.

Steve Smith continued with his poor form in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) after he was scalped by Jasprit Bumrah in the first session of Day 2 in the ongoing pink-ball Test in Adelaide.

Steve Smith continued with his poor form in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) after he was scalped by Jasprit Bumrah in the first session of Day 2 in the ongoing pink-ball Test in Adelaide. Playing on Saturday (Dec 7) at the Adelaide Oval, Bumrah got the better of Smith for the second time in the series, this time via a brilliant catch from wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant. The former Australia skipper had earlier been dismissed for a golden duck by Bumrah in the first innings of the Perth Test. Steve Smith is finished pic.twitter.com/liR6iHrB2k — Sagar Mhatre (@MhatreGang) December 7, 2024 × Bumrah stuns Smith On the first ball of the 41st over that was going down the leg was nicked by Smith as it made its path away from the wicketkeeper. However, Pant dived superbly on his left to clutch Smith and get the better of him. The 35-year-old lasted for only 11 balls before he was sent packing home, having scored only two runs. The Aussie star also became the Indian vice-captain’s third wicket of the innings and he pushed for a comeback. At the time of writing, Australia were 168/4 with Marnus Labuschagne top-scoring with 64. He was dismissed by Nitish Reddy with Yashasvi Jaiswal taking a superb catch at the gully. Australia trailed by 12 runs with Travis Head (32) and Mitchell March (0) in the middle. Australia had earlier started the day from 86/1 as they lost Nathan McSweeney (39) shortly after the start. ALSO READ | Lionel Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player after record-setting season Can India mount a comeback? With Australia destined to take the first innings lead, India will need a healthy contribution from their batters if they are to mount a comeback. Considering India’s recent batting woes, batters like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and others will need to come good. The team will also rely heavily on the services of Jaiswal and KL Rahul who impressed in the second innings of the Perth Test.

BGT 2024/25: Jasprit Bumrah stuns Steve Smith yet again as Rishabh Pant clutches brilliant catch - WATCH

‘Throws and cheeky glares’ headlined the final session on Day 1 in Adelaide as Marnus Labuschagne fired up Indian quicks Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj on Friday (Dec 6). The under-fire Australia number three tackled the new-ball blues under the lights to stand tall and stitch a 62-run stand with Nathan McSweeney before stumps.

While the first incident happened soon after Labuschagne walked out to bat following Usman Khawaja’s dismissal when Bumrah tried intimidating the out-of-form batter with a return throw, resulting in some words exchanged and a cheeky glare shared between the two, the second one made everyone get involved into this contest even more.

Siraj, steaming into bowling during the 25th over, was forced to pull out of his bowling stride at the last second after Labuschagne extracted himself because of the distraction in front of the side screen. A fan, carrying a bunch of beer glasses, assembled in the form of a snake, happened to cross the white screen just before the ball was about to get delivered, distracting Marnus.

With the batter pulling out of his stance, Siraj, into his stride, although broken, threw the ball towards him in anger, leading to both exchanging some words.

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Given that must have broken his rhythm, what transpired on the next ball frustrated Siraj even more, as Marnus cut him through the gully region for a boundary.

<h2>Australia all over India on day one in Adelaide</h2>

Contrary to how the game, or day one to be specific, panned out for both teams in the BGT opener in Perth, the result after the first day’s play in the second Test was entirely different. However, what remained constant was Australia wrapping up India inside the first two sessions on Day 1.

Mitchell Starc, the protagonist, removed Yashasvi Jaiswal on a first-ball duck, later registering his best figures in Tests (6/48).

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With Australia dismissing India on 180, they had the chance to begin better than they did across both innings in Perth, suffering early blows.

Despite the conditions favouring the bowlers, the Indian seamers failed to make their chances count, as Khawaja and Nathan McSweeney successfully dodged the new-ball threat.&nbsp;

Birthday boy Bumrah picked up Khawaja’s wicket on 13 but failed to provide any breakthrough before stumps on Day 1.&nbsp;

The two right-handers, Marnus and McSweeney, added 62 for the second wicket, with Australia ending day one on 86 for one, trailing behind by 94 runs.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

‘Throws and cheeky glares’ headlined the final session on Day 1 in Adelaide as Marnus Labuschagne fired up Indian quicks Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj on Friday (Dec 6).

‘Throws and cheeky glares’ headlined the final session on Day 1 in Adelaide as Marnus Labuschagne fired up Indian quicks Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj on Friday (Dec 6). The under-fire Australia number three tackled the new-ball blues under the lights to stand tall and stitch a 62-run stand with Nathan McSweeney before stumps. While the first incident happened soon after Labuschagne walked out to bat following Usman Khawaja’s dismissal when Bumrah tried intimidating the out-of-form batter with a return throw, resulting in some words exchanged and a cheeky glare shared between the two, the second one made everyone get involved into this contest even more. Siraj, steaming into bowling during the 25th over, was forced to pull out of his bowling stride at the last second after Labuschagne extracted himself because of the distraction in front of the side screen. A fan, carrying a bunch of beer glasses, assembled in the form of a snake, happened to cross the white screen just before the ball was about to get delivered, distracting Marnus. With the batter pulling out of his stance, Siraj, into his stride, although broken, threw the ball towards him in anger, leading to both exchanging some words. Mohammed Siraj was not too pleased with this 😂#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/1QQEI5NE2g — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 6, 2024 × Given that must have broken his rhythm, what transpired on the next ball frustrated Siraj even more, as Marnus cut him through the gully region for a boundary. Australia all over India on day one in Adelaide Contrary to how the game, or day one to be specific, panned out for both teams in the BGT opener in Perth, the result after the first day’s play in the second Test was entirely different. However, what remained constant was Australia wrapping up India inside the first two sessions on Day 1. Mitchell Starc, the protagonist, removed Yashasvi Jaiswal on a first-ball duck, later registering his best figures in Tests (6/48). FIRST BALL OF THE TEST! Mitchell Starc sends Adelaide into delirium.#AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/pIPwqlX3dJ — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 6, 2024 × With Australia dismissing India on 180, they had the chance to begin better than they did across both innings in Perth, suffering early blows. Despite the conditions favouring the bowlers, the Indian seamers failed to make their chances count, as Khawaja and Nathan McSweeney successfully dodged the new-ball threat. Birthday boy Bumrah picked up Khawaja’s wicket on 13 but failed to provide any breakthrough before stumps on Day 1. The two right-handers, Marnus and McSweeney, added 62 for the second wicket, with Australia ending day one on 86 for one, trailing behind by 94 runs. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: Marnus Labuschagne fires up Siraj, Bumrah on day one in Adelaide Test – WATCH

Birthday boy Jasprit Bumrah became the first bowler this year and the third Indian seamer overall to complete 50 or more Test wickets in a calendar year. Bumrah unlocked this feat against Australia during day one of the second BGT Test (Day/Night Test) at the Adelaide Oval by picking their opener, Usman Khawaja, caught in the slips on 13. Meanwhile, Kapil Dev and Zaheer Khan are the other two Indians who achieved this.

While Kapil did it twice (75 wickets in 1983 and 74 wickets in 1979), Zaheer bagged this milestone once (51 wickets in 2002). However, late Australian great Shane Warne topped the chart with 95 wickets in 2005.&nbsp;

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Bumrah featured in 11 Tests in 2024, missing just one, and despite India playing plenty of games at home this year, Bumrah pips the spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, marking a stunning 2024 for him, where he even won the T20 World Cup in the Americas.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, in the ongoing Test, Bumrah shared the new ball with Mohammed Siraj in the second innings, and unlike how it unfolded twice in the previous game, India failed to pick any wicket up front. But soon after, he provided India with the breakthrough; coming over the wicket to the left-handed Khawaja, Bumrah found a neat edge that went straight to the first slip as the Indian skipper Rohit Sharma grabbed it comfortably.

After electing to bowl first in this Pink-Ball Test, India got all out on 180, with Aussie quick Mitchell Starc returning with his best Test figures of 6/48. For the visitors, all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy top-scored with 42.&nbsp;

<h2>Bumrah back to his best</h2>

Bumrah captained India in the first BGT Test at the Optus Stadium in Perth, picking eight for 72 across two innings, including a five-for in the first. Though he remained the ultimate thorn in the flesh for the Aussies, breaking their back in the series opener with early strikes, Bumrah impressed everyone with his leadership skills, helping India win the Test and draw first blood in the five-match marquee series.

With Rohit returning to the playing XI for the second Test, he took over the captaincy hat while Bumrah remains the leader of the pace attack.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Birthday boy Jasprit Bumrah became the first bowler this year and the third Indian seamer overall to complete 50 or more Test wickets in a calendar year. Bumrah unlocked this feat against Australia during day one of the second BGT Test (Day/Night Test) at the Adelaide Oval by picking their opener, Usman Khawaja, caught in the slips on 13.

Birthday boy Jasprit Bumrah became the first bowler this year and the third Indian seamer overall to complete 50 or more Test wickets in a calendar year. Bumrah unlocked this feat against Australia during day one of the second BGT Test (Day/Night Test) at the Adelaide Oval by picking their opener, Usman Khawaja, caught in the slips on 13. Meanwhile, Kapil Dev and Zaheer Khan are the other two Indians who achieved this. While Kapil did it twice (75 wickets in 1983 and 74 wickets in 1979), Zaheer bagged this milestone once (51 wickets in 2002). However, late Australian great Shane Warne topped the chart with 95 wickets in 2005. ALSO READ: BGT 2024/25: Mitchell Starc wreaks havoc in Adelaide with maiden fifer against Team India Bumrah featured in 11 Tests in 2024, missing just one, and despite India playing plenty of games at home this year, Bumrah pips the spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, marking a stunning 2024 for him, where he even won the T20 World Cup in the Americas. Meanwhile, in the ongoing Test, Bumrah shared the new ball with Mohammed Siraj in the second innings, and unlike how it unfolded twice in the previous game, India failed to pick any wicket up front. But soon after, he provided India with the breakthrough; coming over the wicket to the left-handed Khawaja, Bumrah found a neat edge that went straight to the first slip as the Indian skipper Rohit Sharma grabbed it comfortably. After electing to bowl first in this Pink-Ball Test, India got all out on 180, with Aussie quick Mitchell Starc returning with his best Test figures of 6/48. For the visitors, all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy top-scored with 42. Bumrah back to his best Bumrah captained India in the first BGT Test at the Optus Stadium in Perth, picking eight for 72 across two innings, including a five-for in the first. Though he remained the ultimate thorn in the flesh for the Aussies, breaking their back in the series opener with early strikes, Bumrah impressed everyone with his leadership skills, helping India win the Test and draw first blood in the five-match marquee series. With Rohit returning to the playing XI for the second Test, he took over the captaincy hat while Bumrah remains the leader of the pace attack. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: Birthday boy Bumrah joins Indian greats for 50 Test wickets in a calendar year

Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey says that the key to face India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is to make him bowl deeper in the innings with an older ball. The comments come as the two sides prepare for the second Test in Adelaide from December 6 after India won the first one in Perth by 295 runs. Bumrah was Player of the Match in the first Test for his match haul of 8/72.

“He (Bumrah) is obviously a fantastic bowler; has been for a number of years. Our batters are world-class as well and always find ways to come up with solutions,” Carey said while talking to reporters on Tuesday (Dec. 3) as reported by the ICC news.

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“We've had a look at him now. Hopefully we can combat that first, second spell. Get him bowling a little bit deeper in the innings with an older ball,” he added.

The batter also gave example of Travis Head, who played a beautiful counter-attacking innings of 89 off 101 balls before Bumrah took him out with a peach.

“We saw Travis sort of counterpunch a bit. I trust our batters, we'll find a way not only (against) Bumrah…they played a couple of other debutants who bowled well as well,” Carey said.

As for how the morale of the team is amid all the talk about a rift in the squad, the wicketkeeper said: “We are excited. We take a lot of confidence from our record in pink-ball cricket — it doesn't mean we will have the success, but our methods, our style of play, and the experience we have in this group, we’ll bounce back from Perth.”

Australia would be hoping to take inspiration from their last Adelaide performance against India when they bowled them out for 36 runs in the second innings.

Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey says that the key to face India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is to make him bowl deeper in the innings with an older ball. The comments come as the two sides prepare for the second Test in Adelaide from December 6 after India won the first one in Perth by 295 runs.

Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey says that the key to face India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is to make him bowl deeper in the innings with an older ball. The comments come as the two sides prepare for the second Test in Adelaide from December 6 after India won the first one in Perth by 295 runs. Bumrah was Player of the Match in the first Test for his match haul of 8/72. “He (Bumrah) is obviously a fantastic bowler; has been for a number of years. Our batters are world-class as well and always find ways to come up with solutions,” Carey said while talking to reporters on Tuesday (Dec. 3) as reported by the ICC news. Also Read: Indian batter Virat Kohli eyes Don Bradman's huge record in 2nd Test in Adelaide “We've had a look at him now. Hopefully we can combat that first, second spell. Get him bowling a little bit deeper in the innings with an older ball,” he added. The batter also gave example of Travis Head, who played a beautiful counter-attacking innings of 89 off 101 balls before Bumrah took him out with a peach. “We saw Travis sort of counterpunch a bit. I trust our batters, we'll find a way not only (against) Bumrah…they played a couple of other debutants who bowled well as well,” Carey said. As for how the morale of the team is amid all the talk about a rift in the squad, the wicketkeeper said: “We are excited. We take a lot of confidence from our record in pink-ball cricket — it doesn't mean we will have the success, but our methods, our style of play, and the experience we have in this group, we’ll bounce back from Perth.” Australia would be hoping to take inspiration from their last Adelaide performance against India when they bowled them out for 36 runs in the second innings.

BGT 2024-25: Alex Carey reveals Australia's plan against Jasprit Bumrah in Adelaide

Travis Head was the only Australian batter to cause little trouble for India in the BGT opener in Perth. Though debutant Harshit Rana bowled him off a jaffa in the first innings, ace India seamer Jasprit Bumrah dismissed Head on 89 in the second. The number one ranked Test bowler impressed everyone with his captaincy and performance, picking eight wickets across both innings; no wonder Head called him ‘one of the greatest ever’.

Praising the Indian pace spearhead, Head said he would tell his grandkids that he faced Bumrah during his playing days.

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"Jasprit is probably going to go down as one of the greatest fast bowlers to play the game. We're finding that at the moment, how challenging he can be and it's nice to play against that. It's going to be nice to look back at your career and tell the grandkids that you faced him... Hopefully, I only have to face a few more times as he's been challenging,” Head said ahead of the second Test in Adelaide.&nbsp;

Head and Bumrah have faced off each other several times since the 2018 BGT, and though Head enjoyed scoring runs against Bumrah during the past three ICC events, the India pacer got the better of him in the whites, most recently in Perth.&nbsp;

Travis said for him to deliver against India and mainly Bumrah, he needs to stay mentally fresh and keep a close look at the ball.

“I'm best when I look for the cues when I'm just preparing to watch the ball hard and staying fresh mentally. I think I'm lucky that I've faced him a few times and come across him a fair bit. So I just go back over recent times, and times I've faced him. We've been very fortunate to have played against him a lot so I know what's coming, it's just making sure I'm prepared and fresh to start well,” he continued.

<h2>Travis fancies taking home advantage against Bumrah</h2>

Meanwhile, unlike the visiting team batters who performed exceptionally in the second innings after the first-inning debacle, the Australians struggled across both outings, with Head being the lone exception.

With Australia trailing 0-1 in this five-match Test series, Head needs to up his game and score runs in bulk at his home ground in Adelaide.

"Knowing it quite well, and I have been fortunate to be put in a couple of really good positions to bat. I've come in at some nice times. And growing up and playing on this wicket, it probably suits my game a bit more being (shorter) square of the wicket and the way that the ball can react off the wicket. It's going to be a challenge, but I feel like I'm moving well, feel like I'm in a good space, and go out and try and execute that,” the Aussie batter said on Monday.

India and Australia will square off in the second Test, a Day/Night affair, at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide. For the hosts, seamer Josh Hazlewood is injured and ruled out, with Scott Boland expected to replace him in the XI.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Travis Head was the only Australian batter to cause little trouble for India in the BGT opener in Perth. Though debutant Harshit Rana bowled him off a jaffa in the first innings, ace India seamer Jasprit Bumrah dismissed Head on 89 in the second.

Travis Head was the only Australian batter to cause little trouble for India in the BGT opener in Perth. Though debutant Harshit Rana bowled him off a jaffa in the first innings, ace India seamer Jasprit Bumrah dismissed Head on 89 in the second. The number one ranked Test bowler impressed everyone with his captaincy and performance, picking eight wickets across both innings; no wonder Head called him ‘one of the greatest ever’. Praising the Indian pace spearhead, Head said he would tell his grandkids that he faced Bumrah during his playing days. ALSO READ: NZ v ENG 2024: Jacob Bethell, England's newest star, reflects on hitting winning runs in 1st Test "Jasprit is probably going to go down as one of the greatest fast bowlers to play the game. We're finding that at the moment, how challenging he can be and it's nice to play against that. It's going to be nice to look back at your career and tell the grandkids that you faced him... Hopefully, I only have to face a few more times as he's been challenging,” Head said ahead of the second Test in Adelaide. Head and Bumrah have faced off each other several times since the 2018 BGT, and though Head enjoyed scoring runs against Bumrah during the past three ICC events, the India pacer got the better of him in the whites, most recently in Perth. Travis said for him to deliver against India and mainly Bumrah, he needs to stay mentally fresh and keep a close look at the ball. “I'm best when I look for the cues when I'm just preparing to watch the ball hard and staying fresh mentally. I think I'm lucky that I've faced him a few times and come across him a fair bit. So I just go back over recent times, and times I've faced him. We've been very fortunate to have played against him a lot so I know what's coming, it's just making sure I'm prepared and fresh to start well,” he continued. Travis fancies taking home advantage against Bumrah Meanwhile, unlike the visiting team batters who performed exceptionally in the second innings after the first-inning debacle, the Australians struggled across both outings, with Head being the lone exception. With Australia trailing 0-1 in this five-match Test series, Head needs to up his game and score runs in bulk at his home ground in Adelaide. "Knowing it quite well, and I have been fortunate to be put in a couple of really good positions to bat. I've come in at some nice times. And growing up and playing on this wicket, it probably suits my game a bit more being (shorter) square of the wicket and the way that the ball can react off the wicket. It's going to be a challenge, but I feel like I'm moving well, feel like I'm in a good space, and go out and try and execute that,” the Aussie batter said on Monday. India and Australia will square off in the second Test, a Day/Night affair, at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide. For the hosts, seamer Josh Hazlewood is injured and ruled out, with Scott Boland expected to replace him in the XI. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT 2024-25: Travis Head fancies runs in Adelaide against ‘one of the greatest ever' Bumrah

Ace Indian seamer Jasprit Bumrah has earned unparalleled praise from everywhere since his Perth heroics in the ongoing BGT. In the absence of regular skipper Rohit Sharma, Bumrah captained India in the series opener, picking eight wickets, including five in the first innings, leading his team to draw first blood. However, former Australia seamer Damien Fleming has gone one step ahead by calling Bumrah the ‘Terminator’.

Bumrah was the architect behind India's 46-run lead despite getting folded on 150 in their first innings; he picked five wickets, including four in just one session on day one. The visiting side made merry in their second outing, smashing 487 for six declared, thanks to hundreds from Yashasvi Jaiswal (161) and Virat Kohli (100*), giving Australia a mammoth target of 534.

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Like how he began in the first innings, Bumrah ran through Australia’s top order by removing opener Nathan McSweeney (0) and Marnus Labuschagne (3) inside the first six overs to dent their momentum in the chase. Though he only picked one more during the fourth innings (of Travis Head (89), Bumrah broke the camel's back across both innings to help India win the Perth Test.

"He's just the Terminator, isn't he?" Fleming said while chatting with the Sydney Morning Herald. "He knows his strengths, and he's always sniffing to find that weakness. I think he does that instinctively, and it's not a long run-up, but I can see he's reviewed that ball, and then he's planning the next one."

<h2>Slower one to Marsh was Fleming's favourite</h2>

Fleming also recalled one of Bumrah’s most memorable deliveries in Tests Down Under – a slower and lower full toss to dismiss Shaun Marsh during the 2018 away series.

Bumrah bamboozled Marsh with a slower Yorker just at the stroke of stumps during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, earning praises from all across.

"There's that famous dismissal of Shaun Marsh at the MCG in 2018 in the over before lunch. I was commentating at the time, and I could almost pick what was going to happen, just driving him back, so his weight's on the back foot, and then he bowls that superb slower ball and knocks him over.&nbsp;

"It was either going to be that slower ball or a fast yorker. So I think he is so astute, but he also now has all the skills - outswingers, inswingers, off-cutters, slower balls, excellent yorker, bouncer.&nbsp;

"So, when you've got more skills, you've got more options. Like the Terminator, he's always stalking the batsmen. And the batsmen know that, but they're still unsure what's coming. Not only does he have a wide skill set, but he executes it better than anyone in world cricket,” he continued.

Meanwhile, with Rohit relinking with the Indian squad ahead of the second Test, he will lead the side, and Bumrah will return leading the pace attack of Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana.

(With inputs from agencies)

Ace Indian seamer Jasprit Bumrah has earned unparalleled praise from everywhere since his Perth heroics in the ongoing BGT. In the absence of regular skipper Rohit Sharma, Bumrah captained India in the series opener, picking eight wickets, including five in the first innings, leading his team to draw first blood.

Ace Indian seamer Jasprit Bumrah has earned unparalleled praise from everywhere since his Perth heroics in the ongoing BGT. In the absence of regular skipper Rohit Sharma, Bumrah captained India in the series opener, picking eight wickets, including five in the first innings, leading his team to draw first blood. However, former Australia seamer Damien Fleming has gone one step ahead by calling Bumrah the ‘Terminator’. Bumrah was the architect behind India's 46-run lead despite getting folded on 150 in their first innings; he picked five wickets, including four in just one session on day one. The visiting side made merry in their second outing, smashing 487 for six declared, thanks to hundreds from Yashasvi Jaiswal (161) and Virat Kohli (100*), giving Australia a mammoth target of 534. ALSO READ: BGT 2024/25: Shubman Gill returns to net practice ahead of Prime Ministers XI clash Like how he began in the first innings, Bumrah ran through Australia’s top order by removing opener Nathan McSweeney (0) and Marnus Labuschagne (3) inside the first six overs to dent their momentum in the chase. Though he only picked one more during the fourth innings (of Travis Head (89), Bumrah broke the camel's back across both innings to help India win the Perth Test. "He's just the Terminator, isn't he?" Fleming said while chatting with the Sydney Morning Herald. "He knows his strengths, and he's always sniffing to find that weakness. I think he does that instinctively, and it's not a long run-up, but I can see he's reviewed that ball, and then he's planning the next one." Slower one to Marsh was Fleming's favourite Fleming also recalled one of Bumrah’s most memorable deliveries in Tests Down Under – a slower and lower full toss to dismiss Shaun Marsh during the 2018 away series. Bumrah bamboozled Marsh with a slower Yorker just at the stroke of stumps during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, earning praises from all across. "There's that famous dismissal of Shaun Marsh at the MCG in 2018 in the over before lunch. I was commentating at the time, and I could almost pick what was going to happen, just driving him back, so his weight's on the back foot, and then he bowls that superb slower ball and knocks him over. "It was either going to be that slower ball or a fast yorker. So I think he is so astute, but he also now has all the skills - outswingers, inswingers, off-cutters, slower balls, excellent yorker, bouncer. "So, when you've got more skills, you've got more options. Like the Terminator, he's always stalking the batsmen. And the batsmen know that, but they're still unsure what's coming. Not only does he have a wide skill set, but he executes it better than anyone in world cricket,” he continued. Meanwhile, with Rohit relinking with the Indian squad ahead of the second Test, he will lead the side, and Bumrah will return leading the pace attack of Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT 2024/25 - Damien Fleming hails India quick Jasprit Bumrah as ‘terminator’

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting said he didn’t expect India to win the BGT opener in Perth, let alone win it with a thorough margin. The visiting team headed to Australia suffering their maiden whitewash in Tests at home against New Zealand; with the chips already down, most fans and experts expected Australia to run through their XI and strike the first blow. However, destiny had other plans, and India now leads the five-match series 1-0.

Ponting, who was in Jeddah for the IPL 2025 mega auction, commented on Team India’s performance at the Optus Stadium, saying they are a better touring side than how they perform at home. Although India had the most dominant run at home since 2012 before New Zealand crushed them last month, they are the only side to beat Australia in Down Under twice, beating them in five of the nine contested matches since the 2018 tour.

<h2>India run through Oz in Perth</h2>

India batted first in Perth, scoring a paltry 150 in the first innings. In reply, they dismissed the hosts on 104, with India captain Jasprit Bumrah returning with a five-wicket haul. India then made most of the 46-run lead, and declared after scoring 487 for six in their second inning.&nbsp;

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For the touring Indian side, Yashasvi Jaiswal (161) and Virat Kohli (100*) slammed hundreds, setting Australia a daunting target of 534. Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj then reduced the home team to 12 for three at stumps on&nbsp;the third day before wrapping them up on 238, winning the first match by a whopping 295 runs.&nbsp;

“Australia lost by what? Nearly 300 runs. So, they'll be very disappointed. Everyone asked me on day one when India won the toss about having a bat, and I said, no, absolutely, you have to bat first there. Four test matches have been played there.”

“The team batting first has won all four times. You don't want to go against what stats say.”&nbsp;

“Although they were out for 150, they still got a chance to bowl on the wicket when it was probably at its best to bowl on. And Bumrah in those conditions, and Siraj, and actually all three of them. And Nitish Reddy today, they're all very good,” Ponting said while talking on Star Sports.

“So, you've got to give them credit. I must admit, I didn't think that they could win the first Test, India, going there in Perth with conditions that are so foreign to them. But I also made a point going into the Test match that I actually think India are a better team away from home now than they are at home. I think they play foreign wickets and conditions better than they play their own conditions now. And I think that's been proven over the last week in Perth,” he added.

Meanwhile, India and Australia will square off in the second game at the Adelaide Oval (Day/Night Test) starting December 6.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting said he didn’t expect India to win the BGT opener in Perth, let alone win it with a thorough margin. The visiting team headed to Australia suffering their maiden whitewash in Tests at home against New Zealand; with the chips already down, most fans and experts expected Australia to run through their XI and strike the first blow.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting said he didn’t expect India to win the BGT opener in Perth, let alone win it with a thorough margin. The visiting team headed to Australia suffering their maiden whitewash in Tests at home against New Zealand; with the chips already down, most fans and experts expected Australia to run through their XI and strike the first blow. However, destiny had other plans, and India now leads the five-match series 1-0. Ponting, who was in Jeddah for the IPL 2025 mega auction, commented on Team India’s performance at the Optus Stadium, saying they are a better touring side than how they perform at home. Although India had the most dominant run at home since 2012 before New Zealand crushed them last month, they are the only side to beat Australia in Down Under twice, beating them in five of the nine contested matches since the 2018 tour. India run through Oz in Perth India batted first in Perth, scoring a paltry 150 in the first innings. In reply, they dismissed the hosts on 104, with India captain Jasprit Bumrah returning with a five-wicket haul. India then made most of the 46-run lead, and declared after scoring 487 for six in their second inning. ALSO READ: Financial repercussions loom as ICC miss Champions Trophy 2025 contractual deadline date For the touring Indian side, Yashasvi Jaiswal (161) and Virat Kohli (100*) slammed hundreds, setting Australia a daunting target of 534. Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj then reduced the home team to 12 for three at stumps on the third day before wrapping them up on 238, winning the first match by a whopping 295 runs. “Australia lost by what? Nearly 300 runs. So, they'll be very disappointed. Everyone asked me on day one when India won the toss about having a bat, and I said, no, absolutely, you have to bat first there. Four test matches have been played there.” “The team batting first has won all four times. You don't want to go against what stats say.” “Although they were out for 150, they still got a chance to bowl on the wicket when it was probably at its best to bowl on. And Bumrah in those conditions, and Siraj, and actually all three of them. And Nitish Reddy today, they're all very good,” Ponting said while talking on Star Sports. “So, you've got to give them credit. I must admit, I didn't think that they could win the first Test, India, going there in Perth with conditions that are so foreign to them. But I also made a point going into the Test match that I actually think India are a better team away from home now than they are at home. I think they play foreign wickets and conditions better than they play their own conditions now. And I think that's been proven over the last week in Perth,” he added. Meanwhile, India and Australia will square off in the second game at the Adelaide Oval (Day/Night Test) starting December 6. (With inputs from agencies)

‘India play better in away conditions than at home,’ says Ponting after Australia’s Perth Test mauling in BGT

Former England captain-turned-commentator Nasser Hussain lauded Jasprit Bumrah following India's historic win in the Perth Test versus Australia. He, however, pointed out how media coverage was less on Bumrah, whom he regards as the 'best all-format bowler in the world', ahead of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener in Perth. Hussain mentioned that the limelight was more on Virat Kohli, Steve Smith and Rohit Sharma (who missed the series opener due to paternity leave).

Under Bumrah, India got bundled out for 150 after opting to bat first in the BGT opener, in Perth, but took a slender 46-run lead following the stand-in captain's 5 for 30. From thereon, tons from Yashasvi Jaiswal (161) and Virat Kohli (100*) set up a mammoth 534-run target for the hosts. Australia eventually folded for 238 in the final innings to lose by a massive 295-run margin.

Speaking on Sky Sports, Hussain was all praise for Bumrah and highlighted how he does the job despite being less in focus. "He has that slower ball, the yorker, the bouncer... I was thinking before the game, he was doing the press conference and I was watching, that all of the focus was on Kohli, and Rohit Sharma not being there, balance of the Indian side, Steve Smith, whether these great players will get runs. And I thought, they don't really talk about Bumrah. Maybe it's (because) he is a bowler. Batters are highlighted so much more."

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Further, Hussain added, "Bumrah's stats, he is up there with Sydney Barnes isn't he? He has popped under 20 over quite a long period of time, it is incredible. He is the best all-format bowler in the world bar none."

Bumrah, who was leading India for the second time, ended the BGT opening Test with match figures of 8 for 72 and earned praise for his leadership in the Perth encounter. Courtesy of him, India lead the five-match Test series 1-0 with the second Test to be held at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide from December 6.&nbsp;

Former England captain-turned-commentator Nasser Hussain lauded Jasprit Bumrah following India's historic win in the Perth Test versus Australia. He, however, pointed out how media coverage was less on Bumrah, whom he regards as the 'best all-format bowler in the world', ahead of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener in Perth.

Former England captain-turned-commentator Nasser Hussain lauded Jasprit Bumrah following India's historic win in the Perth Test versus Australia. He, however, pointed out how media coverage was less on Bumrah, whom he regards as the 'best all-format bowler in the world', ahead of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener in Perth. Hussain mentioned that the limelight was more on Virat Kohli, Steve Smith and Rohit Sharma (who missed the series opener due to paternity leave). Under Bumrah, India got bundled out for 150 after opting to bat first in the BGT opener, in Perth, but took a slender 46-run lead following the stand-in captain's 5 for 30. From thereon, tons from Yashasvi Jaiswal (161) and Virat Kohli (100*) set up a mammoth 534-run target for the hosts. Australia eventually folded for 238 in the final innings to lose by a massive 295-run margin. Speaking on Sky Sports, Hussain was all praise for Bumrah and highlighted how he does the job despite being less in focus. "He has that slower ball, the yorker, the bouncer... I was thinking before the game, he was doing the press conference and I was watching, that all of the focus was on Kohli, and Rohit Sharma not being there, balance of the Indian side, Steve Smith, whether these great players will get runs. And I thought, they don't really talk about Bumrah. Maybe it's (because) he is a bowler. Batters are highlighted so much more." Also read: BGT 2024/25: Sunil Gavaskar, Matthew Hayden decode what worked for Virat Kohli during his Perth Test ton Further, Hussain added, "Bumrah's stats, he is up there with Sydney Barnes isn't he? He has popped under 20 over quite a long period of time, it is incredible. He is the best all-format bowler in the world bar none." Bumrah, who was leading India for the second time, ended the BGT opening Test with match figures of 8 for 72 and earned praise for his leadership in the Perth encounter. Courtesy of him, India lead the five-match Test series 1-0 with the second Test to be held at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide from December 6.

BGT: 'They don't talk about Bumrah', Hussain feels media coverage is less on 'world's best all-format bowler'

Jasprit Bumrah regained the No. 1 spot in the updated&nbsp;ICC Test Rankings following his match figures of 8 for 72 during India's 295-run win versus Australia in the Perth Test. In the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener, Bumrah led the side in Rohit Sharma's absence. The stand-in captain stood tall after India bundled out for 150, opting to bat first in Perth, and led the charge as Australia got dismissed for 104. In the second innings, India rode on Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161 and Virat Kohli's 100* to declare at 487-6, setting a mammoth 534-run target, as the hosts eventually folded for 238.

Bumrah was among the wickets in the final innings, chipping in with three scalps, and has been rewarded with the No. 1 spot in the ICC Test Rankings.

Bumrah, who is Rohit's deputy in whites, replaced South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada at the top. The South African pacer is currently involved in his side's two-match Test series opener versus Sri Lanka at Kingsmead, Durban. On the other hand, Josh Hazlewood – who occupied the second spot in the rankings before the Perth Test – has dropped to third. Hazlewood impressed in India's first innings in Perth, returning with 4 for 29. However, Bumrah's overall performance impacted Rabada and the Aussie pacer.

ICC TEST RANKINGS FOR BOWLERS (AS OF NOV&nbsp;27, 2024)

1. Jasprit Bumrah (India): 883 rating points 
2. Kagiso Rabada (South Africa): 872&nbsp;rating points 
3. Josh Hazlewood (Australia): 860&nbsp;rating points 
4. Ravichandran Ashwin (India): 807&nbsp;rating points 
5. Prabath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka): 801&nbsp;rating points 
6. Pat Cummins (Australia): 796&nbsp;rating points 
7. Ravindra Jadeja (India): 794&nbsp;rating points 
8. Nathan Lyon (Australia): 782&nbsp;rating points 
9. Noman Ali (Pakistan): 759&nbsp;rating points 
10. Matt Henry (New Zealand): 750&nbsp;rating points

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Talking about the batters, England batter Joe Root remains at the top but has a new challenger in the form of Jaiswal. Following his maiden Test ton in Australia, the swashbuckling Indian opener has moved to the second spot, with a career-best rating points of 872. Travis Head has also climbed up after his fighting 89 in the final innings of the Perth Test. Kohli, on the other hand, moved from the 13th to the ninth spot.

ICC TEST RANKINGS FOR BATTERS (AS OF NOVEMBER 27, 2024)

1. Joe Root (England): 903 rating points 
2. Yashasvi Jaiswal (India): 872 rating points 
3. Kane Williamson (New Zealand): 860 rating points 
4. Harry Brook (England): 807 rating points 
5. Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand): 801 rating points 
6. Rishabh Pant (India): 796 rating points 
7. Steve Smith (Australia): 794 rating points 
8. Saud Shakeel (Pakistan): 782 rating points 
9. Kaminda Mendis (Sri Lanka): 759 rating points 
10. Travis Head (Australia): 750 rating points

Jasprit Bumrah regained the No. 1 spot in the updated ICC Test Rankings following his match figures of 8 for 72 during India's 295-run win versus Australia in the Perth Test.

Jasprit Bumrah regained the No. 1 spot in the updated ICC Test Rankings following his match figures of 8 for 72 during India's 295-run win versus Australia in the Perth Test. In the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener, Bumrah led the side in Rohit Sharma's absence. The stand-in captain stood tall after India bundled out for 150, opting to bat first in Perth, and led the charge as Australia got dismissed for 104. In the second innings, India rode on Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161 and Virat Kohli's 100* to declare at 487-6, setting a mammoth 534-run target, as the hosts eventually folded for 238. Bumrah was among the wickets in the final innings, chipping in with three scalps, and has been rewarded with the No. 1 spot in the ICC Test Rankings. Bumrah, who is Rohit's deputy in whites, replaced South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada at the top. The South African pacer is currently involved in his side's two-match Test series opener versus Sri Lanka at Kingsmead, Durban. On the other hand, Josh Hazlewood – who occupied the second spot in the rankings before the Perth Test – has dropped to third. Hazlewood impressed in India's first innings in Perth, returning with 4 for 29. However, Bumrah's overall performance impacted Rabada and the Aussie pacer. ICC TEST RANKINGS FOR BOWLERS (AS OF NOV 27, 2024) 1. Jasprit Bumrah (India): 883 rating points 2. Kagiso Rabada (South Africa): 872 rating points 3. Josh Hazlewood (Australia): 860 rating points 4. Ravichandran Ashwin (India): 807 rating points 5. Prabath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka): 801 rating points 6. Pat Cummins (Australia): 796 rating points 7. Ravindra Jadeja (India): 794 rating points 8. Nathan Lyon (Australia): 782 rating points 9. Noman Ali (Pakistan): 759 rating points 10. Matt Henry (New Zealand): 750 rating points Also read: BGT: 'They don't talk about Bumrah', Hussain feels media coverage is less on 'world's best all-format bowler' Talking about the batters, England batter Joe Root remains at the top but has a new challenger in the form of Jaiswal. Following his maiden Test ton in Australia, the swashbuckling Indian opener has moved to the second spot, with a career-best rating points of 872. Travis Head has also climbed up after his fighting 89 in the final innings of the Perth Test. Kohli, on the other hand, moved from the 13th to the ninth spot. ICC TEST RANKINGS FOR BATTERS (AS OF NOVEMBER 27, 2024) 1. Joe Root (England): 903 rating points 2. Yashasvi Jaiswal (India): 872 rating points 3. Kane Williamson (New Zealand): 860 rating points 4. Harry Brook (England): 807 rating points 5. Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand): 801 rating points 6. Rishabh Pant (India): 796 rating points 7. Steve Smith (Australia): 794 rating points 8. Saud Shakeel (Pakistan): 782 rating points 9. Kaminda Mendis (Sri Lanka): 759 rating points 10. Travis Head (Australia): 750 rating points

ICC Test Rankings: Indian vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah regains No. 1 spot after heroics in BGT opener

Australia star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has heaped praise on Indian great Jasprit Bumrah who helped&nbsp; India win the opening contest of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Monday (Nov 25). Bumrah was in fabulous form in the opening contest while he also captained the side in Rohit Sharma’s absence. Bumrah scalped eight wickets in the match and played a key role in Australia’s record defeat on soil.

<h2>Maxwell in awe of Bumrah</h2>

"It almost feels like his bouncer and his length ball are very similar to where his release point is, and it's really hard to pick up the difference between those and the ball always feels like it's coming back into you and he's got the ability to take the ball away, which just makes it extremely difficult. Bumrah is going to go down as potentially the best fast bowler of all time, maybe not with the amount of wickets he takes in every format,” Maxwell said on the Grade Cricketer Podcast.

India beat Australia by 295 runs in the Perth Test which saw the visitors take a 1-0 lead in the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The stand-in Indian skipper was at the centre of the win having picked a five-for in the first innings of the Perth Test. The Mumbai Indians pacer also played a key role in India’s T20 World Cup win earlier in the year and helped end an 11-year drought for the senior ICC trophy.

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<h2>India push for 2-0 lead</h2>

With Rohit Sharma in frame for a return to the Indian side in the pink-ball contest in Adelaide it will be a golden opportunity for the visitors to extend their lead. Rohit’s return to the squad could force either Devdutt Padikkal or Dhruv Jurel out of the Playing XI. This will also mean&nbsp;KL Rahul will drop into the middle order vacating space for Rohit to slot in as Yashasvi Jaiswal’s partner. The second Test match will start on December 6 at the Adelaide Oval.

Australia star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has heaped praise on Indian great Jasprit Bumrah who helped India win the opening contest of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Monday (Nov 25).

Australia star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has heaped praise on Indian great Jasprit Bumrah who helped India win the opening contest of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Monday (Nov 25). Bumrah was in fabulous form in the opening contest while he also captained the side in Rohit Sharma’s absence. Bumrah scalped eight wickets in the match and played a key role in Australia’s record defeat on soil. Maxwell in awe of Bumrah "It almost feels like his bouncer and his length ball are very similar to where his release point is, and it's really hard to pick up the difference between those and the ball always feels like it's coming back into you and he's got the ability to take the ball away, which just makes it extremely difficult. Bumrah is going to go down as potentially the best fast bowler of all time, maybe not with the amount of wickets he takes in every format,” Maxwell said on the Grade Cricketer Podcast. India beat Australia by 295 runs in the Perth Test which saw the visitors take a 1-0 lead in the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The stand-in Indian skipper was at the centre of the win having picked a five-for in the first innings of the Perth Test. The Mumbai Indians pacer also played a key role in India’s T20 World Cup win earlier in the year and helped end an 11-year drought for the senior ICC trophy. ALSO READ | BGT 2024/25: Shubman Gill likely to miss pink-ball Test in Adelaide due to thumb injury - Report India push for 2-0 lead With Rohit Sharma in frame for a return to the Indian side in the pink-ball contest in Adelaide it will be a golden opportunity for the visitors to extend their lead. Rohit’s return to the squad could force either Devdutt Padikkal or Dhruv Jurel out of the Playing XI. This will also mean KL Rahul will drop into the middle order vacating space for Rohit to slot in as Yashasvi Jaiswal’s partner. The second Test match will start on December 6 at the Adelaide Oval.

BGT 2024/25: Glenn Maxwell in awe of Jasprit Bumrah after Perth Test heroics, says 'will go down as...'

Former India coach Rahul Dravid has praised Jasprit Bumrah for bowling a sensational day 1 spell in Perth during the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test which India went on to win by 295 runs.

Bumrah was leading the side in Rohit Sharma's absence and decided to bat first on a spicy green wicket. India batters faltered against some great Aussie bowling and were bowled out for 150 in the first innings within first two sessions of the day.

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"Jasprit Bumrah was absolutely phenomenal that evening. When you talk about a spell that can crack open a series or crack open a Test match, that was it. It was incredible what he did. You win the toss, you bat first, you're out for 150, you know, that's going to be a very critical part, that session, that session after tea," said Dravid while talking to Star on the sidelines of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction.

Bumrah had led from front and took four wickets in the final session as India reduced Australia to 67/7 by the end of play on the first day itself. India went on take a 46-run lead in the first inning with Bumrah taking 5/30.

"It was great performance to come back the way they've done after losing the series against New Zealand. It was always pressure on in this first game, but I think just the way they responded and just to have Australia seven down and then to be able to pile on the runs as we've done over the next two days, I think it's been a perfect Test match. I don't think it would have gone better," added Dravid.

The teams now head to Adelaide for the second Test of the series, which is going to be a day-night match and starts December 6.

Former India coach Rahul Dravid has praised Jasprit Bumrah for bowling a sensational day 1 spell in Perth during the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test which India went on to win by 295 runs.

Former India coach Rahul Dravid has praised Jasprit Bumrah for bowling a sensational day 1 spell in Perth during the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test which India went on to win by 295 runs. Bumrah was leading the side in Rohit Sharma's absence and decided to bat first on a spicy green wicket. India batters faltered against some great Aussie bowling and were bowled out for 150 in the first innings within first two sessions of the day. Also Read: Australia coach backs struggling Marnus Labuschagne for Adelaide Test but numbers go against him "Jasprit Bumrah was absolutely phenomenal that evening. When you talk about a spell that can crack open a series or crack open a Test match, that was it. It was incredible what he did. You win the toss, you bat first, you're out for 150, you know, that's going to be a very critical part, that session, that session after tea," said Dravid while talking to Star on the sidelines of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. Bumrah had led from front and took four wickets in the final session as India reduced Australia to 67/7 by the end of play on the first day itself. India went on take a 46-run lead in the first inning with Bumrah taking 5/30. "It was great performance to come back the way they've done after losing the series against New Zealand. It was always pressure on in this first game, but I think just the way they responded and just to have Australia seven down and then to be able to pile on the runs as we've done over the next two days, I think it's been a perfect Test match. I don't think it would have gone better," added Dravid. The teams now head to Adelaide for the second Test of the series, which is going to be a day-night match and starts December 6.

BGT 2024-25: 'To have Australia seven down...,' Ex-India coach Dravid on Bumrah's sensational Perth spell

After leading India to a memorable win in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opening Test in Perth, stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah was over the moon but also respected 'captain'&nbsp;Rohit Sharma taking over from the second Test onwards. The second Test&nbsp;starts in&nbsp;Adelaide on Dec. 6. With Rohit out of the series opener&nbsp;due to paternity leave, Bumrah stepped up and led wonderfully to take India to a 1-0 lead. Opting to bat first, India folded up for 150 on the opening day of the first Test&nbsp;but bounced back riding on Bumrah's 5-fer as they dismissed Australia for 104. After a first innings lead of 46 runs, India declared their second innings at 487-6, setting a mammoth 534-run target. Eventually, Australia got dismissed for 238 on the fourth day, on Monday (Nov. 25), as Bumrah became the first overseas&nbsp;captain to win a Test at the Optus Stadium, Perth. Moreover, Bumrah also joined Anil Kumble to become the second Asian captain to win a Test in Perth.&nbsp;

Despite his achievements as captain, Bumrah reiterated that 'Rohit is the captain' and will take over from the Adelaide Test. In the post-match presser, Bumrah said, "Rohit Sharma is the captain of our side, I was just filling in. I am going to help in whatever capacity I can." He further added, "When you get out on a low score, sometimes bowlers get desperate. The message was clear to stick to the plans. Very happy to get my first Test win as captain. Even when I am not captain, I look to contribute as much as possible."

This became Bumrah's first Test win as captain. Earlier, in mid-2022, he led India in a rescheduled Test versus England, in Edgbaston,&nbsp;however, the Asian giants lost the match by seven wickets despite setting a competitive 378-run target.

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Rohit will take over and lead India in the second Test, which commences at the picturesque Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, on Dec 6. The visitors, who won their last two Test series in Australia, have started the series with a bang and will be eager to go ahead with the winning momentum in Adelaide.&nbsp;

For Australia, the No. 1 ranked Test side, there are a lot of questions to be answered following a 295-run hammering at the hands of India.

After leading India to a memorable win in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opening Test in Perth, stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah was over the moon but also respected 'captain' Rohit Sharma taking over from the second Test onwards.

After leading India to a memorable win in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opening Test in Perth, stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah was over the moon but also respected 'captain' Rohit Sharma taking over from the second Test onwards. The second Test starts in Adelaide on Dec. 6. With Rohit out of the series opener due to paternity leave, Bumrah stepped up and led wonderfully to take India to a 1-0 lead. Opting to bat first, India folded up for 150 on the opening day of the first Test but bounced back riding on Bumrah's 5-fer as they dismissed Australia for 104. After a first innings lead of 46 runs, India declared their second innings at 487-6, setting a mammoth 534-run target. Eventually, Australia got dismissed for 238 on the fourth day, on Monday (Nov. 25), as Bumrah became the first overseas captain to win a Test at the Optus Stadium, Perth. Moreover, Bumrah also joined Anil Kumble to become the second Asian captain to win a Test in Perth. Despite his achievements as captain, Bumrah reiterated that 'Rohit is the captain' and will take over from the Adelaide Test. In the post-match presser, Bumrah said, "Rohit Sharma is the captain of our side, I was just filling in. I am going to help in whatever capacity I can." He further added, "When you get out on a low score, sometimes bowlers get desperate. The message was clear to stick to the plans. Very happy to get my first Test win as captain. Even when I am not captain, I look to contribute as much as possible." This became Bumrah's first Test win as captain. Earlier, in mid-2022, he led India in a rescheduled Test versus England, in Edgbaston, however, the Asian giants lost the match by seven wickets despite setting a competitive 378-run target. Also read: BGT 2024/25: ‘The way we responded...,’ Bumrah lauds India’s win in Perth Test, praises Jaiswal and Kohli Rohit will take over and lead India in the second Test, which commences at the picturesque Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, on Dec 6. The visitors, who won their last two Test series in Australia, have started the series with a bang and will be eager to go ahead with the winning momentum in Adelaide. For Australia, the No. 1 ranked Test side, there are a lot of questions to be answered following a 295-run hammering at the hands of India.

BGT 2024/25: 'Rohit is the captain, I was just...' - Bumrah after leading India to historic Perth Test win

India has done the unthinkable by beating Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth by 295 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match BGT 2024/25. Captain Jasprit Bumrah starred with the ball, picking eight&nbsp;wickets in the game, as India took one step closer to directly qualifying for the WTC Final 2025. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli struck hundreds, hitting 161 and 100*, respectively.

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Chasing 534, Australia knew it was never going to be easy, and Bumrah’s twin strike later on day three made things even worse for the hosts, who were reeling at 12 for three at stumps. The Oz began day four losing Usman Khawaja in the second over. The left-handed opener looked clueless since the offset, mistiming a pull shot only for Rishabh Pant to pluck it.&nbsp;Mohammed Siraj picked his second wicket of the day with Steve Smith on 17, with Australia going into lunch on 104 for five.

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India’s nemesis, Travis Head, completed his fifty by then and with Mitchell Marsh around, the pair looked to turn things around for the hosts. Though they did the damage with an 82-run stand for the sixth wicket, Bumrah returned to pick up Head’s wicket on a well-made 89.

19 runs later, all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy removed Marsh, bowled on 47, while Washington Sundar removed Mitchell Starc on 12, putting Australia’s back against the wall. The offie quickly got rid of Nathan Lyon on a duck before Harshit Rana bagged the last wicket to see India win perhaps their greatest win Down Under.

<h2>Run to the top</h2>

India began miserably at the Optus Stadium by getting all out on 150 inside two sessions on day one. They, however, made a stunning comeback in the game by reducing Australia to 67 for seven at stumps on day one, with India's skipper picking up four out of them. The ace seamer completed his five-for, his ninth in SENA countries, with India wrapping up the Oz on 104 in reply.

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Meanwhile, the second innings turned the tide in India's favour. Making most of the 46-run lead, India scored 487 for seven declared, with Jaiswal and Kohli completing respective tons. A handy unbeaten 37 from Nitish Reddy helped India’s cause, as they gave a daunting 534-run target to Australia.&nbsp;

With the hosts surrendering the first game, India will take the lead and face Australia next in the Day/Night Test in Adelaide starting December 6.&nbsp;

India has done the unthinkable by beating Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth by 295 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match BGT 2024/25. Captain Jasprit Bumrah starred with the ball, picking eight wickets in the game, as India took one step closer to directly qualifying for the WTC Final 2025.

India has done the unthinkable by beating Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth by 295 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match BGT 2024/25. Captain Jasprit Bumrah starred with the ball, picking eight wickets in the game, as India took one step closer to directly qualifying for the WTC Final 2025. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli struck hundreds, hitting 161 and 100*, respectively. ALSO READ: 7 all-out! Ivory Coast succumb to lowest total in men's T20I history Chasing 534, Australia knew it was never going to be easy, and Bumrah’s twin strike later on day three made things even worse for the hosts, who were reeling at 12 for three at stumps. The Oz began day four losing Usman Khawaja in the second over. The left-handed opener looked clueless since the offset, mistiming a pull shot only for Rishabh Pant to pluck it. Mohammed Siraj picked his second wicket of the day with Steve Smith on 17, with Australia going into lunch on 104 for five. Big wicket for India! Siraj with a beauty! #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/NEJykx9Avj — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 25, 2024 × India’s nemesis, Travis Head, completed his fifty by then and with Mitchell Marsh around, the pair looked to turn things around for the hosts. Though they did the damage with an 82-run stand for the sixth wicket, Bumrah returned to pick up Head’s wicket on a well-made 89. 19 runs later, all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy removed Marsh, bowled on 47, while Washington Sundar removed Mitchell Starc on 12, putting Australia’s back against the wall. The offie quickly got rid of Nathan Lyon on a duck before Harshit Rana bagged the last wicket to see India win perhaps their greatest win Down Under. Run to the top India began miserably at the Optus Stadium by getting all out on 150 inside two sessions on day one. They, however, made a stunning comeback in the game by reducing Australia to 67 for seven at stumps on day one, with India's skipper picking up four out of them. The ace seamer completed his five-for, his ninth in SENA countries, with India wrapping up the Oz on 104 in reply. He's back! Virat Kohli hits his 30th Test ton!#AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/X6P7RnajnX — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 24, 2024 × Meanwhile, the second innings turned the tide in India's favour. Making most of the 46-run lead, India scored 487 for seven declared, with Jaiswal and Kohli completing respective tons. A handy unbeaten 37 from Nitish Reddy helped India’s cause, as they gave a daunting 534-run target to Australia. With the hosts surrendering the first game, India will take the lead and face Australia next in the Day/Night Test in Adelaide starting December 6.

India strike first blow to Australia in BGT, win series opener in Perth by 295 runs

India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah heaped praises on veteran batter Virat Kohli for his hundred in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in Perth, Australia. India won the match by a record-breaking 295 runs to take 1-0 lead in the five-Test series.

Kohli, on day 3 of the Test, scored his 30th Test ton - his first in nearly 500 days and his seventh Test hundred in Australia - going past legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record of six Test hundreds in Australia.

Kohli was dismissed for mere five runs in the first innings, raising further questions on his form. The batter, however, bounced back in style to score his ton.

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"I have said this before, Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him," Bumrah said at the press conference after the win.&nbsp;

"He is an experienced player. This is his fourth or fifth tour. So he knows his cricket better than anyone else. He looked in good shape, he was mentally switched on. Sometimes when you have such a long career, you bat in tough conditions and he has batted in tough scenarios for a long time, but it's difficult to do that all the time in every match," he added.

Bumrah, who was declared Player of the Match for a haul of 8/72 in the game, also termed youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161 as one of the best innings of the Southpaw's career.

"Out of all these innings, he [Jaiswal] had a great start to his career," Bumrah said while receiving the POTM award. "But the way he played in the last innings was probably his best Test innings so far because he left the ball. He has an attacking nature, but he left the ball well and played long. That really helped us," he added.

Chasing an astronomical 534, Australia were bowled out for 238 shortly after tea on day 4 (Monday, Nov 25). The second Test starts December 6 in Adelaide.

India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah heaped praises on veteran batter Virat Kohli for his hundred in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in Perth, Australia.

India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah heaped praises on veteran batter Virat Kohli for his hundred in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in Perth, Australia. India won the match by a record-breaking 295 runs to take 1-0 lead in the five-Test series. Kohli, on day 3 of the Test, scored his 30th Test ton - his first in nearly 500 days and his seventh Test hundred in Australia - going past legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record of six Test hundreds in Australia. Kohli was dismissed for mere five runs in the first innings, raising further questions on his form. The batter, however, bounced back in style to score his ton. Also Read: Ind vs Aus: Updated WTC 2023-25 points table after India's historic win in Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener "I have said this before, Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him," Bumrah said at the press conference after the win. "He is an experienced player. This is his fourth or fifth tour. So he knows his cricket better than anyone else. He looked in good shape, he was mentally switched on. Sometimes when you have such a long career, you bat in tough conditions and he has batted in tough scenarios for a long time, but it's difficult to do that all the time in every match," he added. Bumrah, who was declared Player of the Match for a haul of 8/72 in the game, also termed youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161 as one of the best innings of the Southpaw's career. "Out of all these innings, he [Jaiswal] had a great start to his career," Bumrah said while receiving the POTM award. "But the way he played in the last innings was probably his best Test innings so far because he left the ball. He has an attacking nature, but he left the ball well and played long. That really helped us," he added. Chasing an astronomical 534, Australia were bowled out for 238 shortly after tea on day 4 (Monday, Nov 25). The second Test starts December 6 in Adelaide.

BGT 2024-25: 'Kohli doesn't need us...,' says India skipper Jasprit Bumrah after 295-run win in Perth Test

Harshit Rana revealed that Jasprit Bumrah's performance with the ball on day 1 of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test charged everyone up after India were bowled out for 150 in the first innings in Perth. Harshit joined the part when he bowled a peach to dismiss Travis Head for his maiden Test wicket on day 1.

"When someone gives you a start like Jassi bhaiya did yesterday, it creates an atmosphere where everyone is very charged up. Everyone starts thinking 'If he is doing it, we will too'. So that was a big thing that they were three wickets down when I came on to bowl. And I thought that I should also get some wickets because the faster they are bowled out, the better for us," he said after the second day's play.

Bumrah took four wickets on Friday (Nov 22) as Australia ended the first day's play on 67/7. On day 2 (Saturday, Nov 23), Bumrah completed his five-for while Rana took the remaining wickets to finish with 3/48 as Australia were bowled out for 104 in the first innings - trailing behind by&nbsp;46-run lead.

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Harshit was an interesting pick for India ahead of Akash Deep, who has been doing well as India's third seamer in Mohammed Shami's absence.

Rana, however, was grateful for the opportunity and dedicated his debut to his dad with a heartfelt post on the social media platform Instagram.

"A dream that my father and I saw 13 years ago has come true today. This one’s for you Dad," wrote Rana on Friday (Nov 22).

As for the match, India finished day 2 with a total lead of 218 runs after openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (90 not out) and KL Rahul (62 not out) added an unbeaten 172 runs for the opening wicket.

Harshit Rana revealed that Jasprit Bumrah's performance with the ball on day 1 of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test charged everyone up after India were bowled out for 150 in the first innings in Perth.

Harshit Rana revealed that Jasprit Bumrah's performance with the ball on day 1 of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test charged everyone up after India were bowled out for 150 in the first innings in Perth. Harshit joined the part when he bowled a peach to dismiss Travis Head for his maiden Test wicket on day 1. "When someone gives you a start like Jassi bhaiya did yesterday, it creates an atmosphere where everyone is very charged up. Everyone starts thinking 'If he is doing it, we will too'. So that was a big thing that they were three wickets down when I came on to bowl. And I thought that I should also get some wickets because the faster they are bowled out, the better for us," he said after the second day's play. Bumrah took four wickets on Friday (Nov 22) as Australia ended the first day's play on 67/7. On day 2 (Saturday, Nov 23), Bumrah completed his five-for while Rana took the remaining wickets to finish with 3/48 as Australia were bowled out for 104 in the first innings - trailing behind by 46-run lead. Also Read: BGT 2024-25, Perth Test: 'Little bit surprised...,' Aussie coach on 'changed wicket' after India take charge Harshit was an interesting pick for India ahead of Akash Deep, who has been doing well as India's third seamer in Mohammed Shami's absence. Rana, however, was grateful for the opportunity and dedicated his debut to his dad with a heartfelt post on the social media platform Instagram. "A dream that my father and I saw 13 years ago has come true today. This one’s for you Dad," wrote Rana on Friday (Nov 22). As for the match, India finished day 2 with a total lead of 218 runs after openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (90 not out) and KL Rahul (62 not out) added an unbeaten 172 runs for the opening wicket.

BGT 2024-25, Perth Test: India pacer Harshit Rana reveals Jasprit Bumrah's influence on debut performance

Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian captain for the Perth Test against Australia, picked a five-wicket haul in the first innings of the BGT opener; his spell of 5/30 restricted Australia to 104 in reply to India’s moderate 150 on day one. With this, he completed his ninth away Test five-for, his 11th overall, surpassing several former greats, including Sir Andy Roberts, Allan Donald, Zaheer Khan and Denis Lillee.

Bumrah was instrumental in helping India bag a first-inning lead (46) despite failing miserably with the bat at the Optus Stadium.&nbsp;

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Bumrah first dismissed debutant Nathan McSweeney on ten before accounting for Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith off successive deliveries in this third over late on day one.

While Bumrah got rid of the left-handed Khawaja for the first time in his career, he became only the second bowler after retired Dale Steyn to dismiss Smith on a golden duck in Tests.&nbsp;

Bumrah’s opening spell put Australia on the back foot, from where they never recovered, losing four more wickets before stumps on day one. The India Test captain also accounted for counterpart Pat Cummins on three.

On day two, Bumrah struck gold on his first delivery, dismissing Australia’s only recognised batter, Alex Carey, caught behind on 21, with the hosts reeling at 70 for eight at that stage. Though that was his last wicket, with Harshit Rana picking the remaining two, Bumrah’s spell broke Australia’s back, who got all out on 104 just at the stroke of lunch.

<h2>Most away Test five-fors</h2>

While Bumrah has age, skill and time at his disposal to rise on this list, he still is far from the number one position holder, New Zealand’s Richard Hadlee, who has an astonishing 21 away five-wicket hauls in Test cricket. Bowling veterans Glenn McGrath (18), Wasim Akram (17), Sydney Barns (15) and Malcolm Marshall (14) are among the top five.&nbsp;

<h3>Here is the list -</h3>

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			<td>Sir Richard Hadlee (New Zealand)</td>
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			<td>Glenn McGrath (Australia)</td>
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			<td>Wasim Akram (Pakistan)</td>
			<td>17</td>
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			<td>Sydney Barns (England)</td>
			<td>15</td>
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			<td>Malcolm Marshall (West Indies)</td>
			<td>14</td>
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			<td>Courtney Walsh (West Indies)</td>
			<td>14</td>
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			<td>Jasprit Bumrah (India)*</td>
			<td>9</td>
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Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian captain for the Perth Test against Australia, picked a five-wicket haul in the first innings of the BGT opener; his spell of 5/30 restricted Australia to 104 in reply to India’s moderate 150 on day one.

Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian captain for the Perth Test against Australia, picked a five-wicket haul in the first innings of the BGT opener; his spell of 5/30 restricted Australia to 104 in reply to India’s moderate 150 on day one. With this, he completed his ninth away Test five-for, his 11th overall, surpassing several former greats, including Sir Andy Roberts, Allan Donald, Zaheer Khan and Denis Lillee. Bumrah was instrumental in helping India bag a first-inning lead (46) despite failing miserably with the bat at the Optus Stadium. ALSO READ: BGT, Perth Test, Day 2: Australia all out on 104 as captain Bumrah completes five-for Bumrah first dismissed debutant Nathan McSweeney on ten before accounting for Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith off successive deliveries in this third over late on day one. While Bumrah got rid of the left-handed Khawaja for the first time in his career, he became only the second bowler after retired Dale Steyn to dismiss Smith on a golden duck in Tests. Bumrah’s opening spell put Australia on the back foot, from where they never recovered, losing four more wickets before stumps on day one. The India Test captain also accounted for counterpart Pat Cummins on three. On day two, Bumrah struck gold on his first delivery, dismissing Australia’s only recognised batter, Alex Carey, caught behind on 21, with the hosts reeling at 70 for eight at that stage. Though that was his last wicket, with Harshit Rana picking the remaining two, Bumrah’s spell broke Australia’s back, who got all out on 104 just at the stroke of lunch. Most away Test five-fors While Bumrah has age, skill and time at his disposal to rise on this list, he still is far from the number one position holder, New Zealand’s Richard Hadlee, who has an astonishing 21 away five-wicket hauls in Test cricket. Bowling veterans Glenn McGrath (18), Wasim Akram (17), Sydney Barns (15) and Malcolm Marshall (14) are among the top five. Here is the list - RANK NAME AWAY FIVE-FORS 1 Sir Richard Hadlee (New Zealand) 21 2 Glenn McGrath (Australia) 18 3 Wasim Akram (Pakistan) 17 4 Sydney Barns (England) 15 5 Malcolm Marshall (West Indies) 14 6 Courtney Walsh (West Indies) 14 16 Jasprit Bumrah (India)* 9 (With inputs from agencies)

Record Alert: Jasprit Bumrah goes past great Andy Roberts, James Anderson for most away Test five-fors

Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood frustrated India with a 25-run stand for the final wicket but failed to prevent them from taking the lead, as the visitors wrapped Australia on 104 in their first innings in Perth. Leading by 46 runs, India will resume batting after lunch, aiming to pile up runs and march towards a win in the BGT opener at the Optus Stadium. For India, the skipper for this game, Jasprit Bumrah, picked a five-wicket haul.

India began day two with a bumper wicket of Alex Carey, Australia’s last recognised batter, with Bumrah completing another five-for Down Under.

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With Australia reeling at 70 for eight at one stage, they looked like folding inside the next two-three overs. However, what followed later frustrated the Indians and put the hosts back in the game after a horror first-day show.

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Mitchell Starc, alongside Nathan Lyon, put on a nine-run stand before Harshit Rana’s fiery bouncer caught Lyon off guard, as he departed on five off 16 balls. With the Aussies 79 for nine, almost 70 runs behind India’s first-inning total of 150, the last pair restored some pride for the Oz.&nbsp;

Hazlewood and Starc took some blows, escaped countless close chances, yet stood tall in the middle for close to an hour, playing over 100 balls. Though they managed just 25 runs, crossing a hundred on this wicket gave them the psychological satisfaction of staying alive in the game.&nbsp;

The Indian bowlers kept bowling short, with Starc playing cautiously and opting against attacking everything thrown at him. He, however, ran out of gas just at the stroke of lunch as he pulled a bouncer off Rana, only to get caught by Rishabh Pant on 26.

<h2>India to resume batting after lunch</h2>

India will resume their second innings on day two of the first BGT Test in Perth, with KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal facing the new ball. Unlike how it unfolded in the first innings, the Indian batters will try and apply themselves better this time, aiming to pile up on the lead and give a daunting target to the Aussies.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, considering the WTC Final spot on the line, India must beat Australia by 4-0 or better in this series to confirm direct qualification; otherwise, they will have to rely on other teams’ results to enter the summit clash for the third straight time.&nbsp;

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Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood frustrated India with a 25-run stand for the final wicket but failed to prevent them from taking the lead, as the visitors wrapped Australia on 104 in their first innings in Perth.

Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood frustrated India with a 25-run stand for the final wicket but failed to prevent them from taking the lead, as the visitors wrapped Australia on 104 in their first innings in Perth. Leading by 46 runs, India will resume batting after lunch, aiming to pile up runs and march towards a win in the BGT opener at the Optus Stadium. For India, the skipper for this game, Jasprit Bumrah, picked a five-wicket haul. India began day two with a bumper wicket of Alex Carey, Australia’s last recognised batter, with Bumrah completing another five-for Down Under. Make that FIVE! There's the first five-wicket haul of the series #MilestoneMoment #AUSvIND @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/t4KIdyMTLI — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 23, 2024 × With Australia reeling at 70 for eight at one stage, they looked like folding inside the next two-three overs. However, what followed later frustrated the Indians and put the hosts back in the game after a horror first-day show. ALSO READ: Champions Trophy 2025: ICC calls for emergency meeting with BCCI, PCB over scheduling issues - Report Mitchell Starc, alongside Nathan Lyon, put on a nine-run stand before Harshit Rana’s fiery bouncer caught Lyon off guard, as he departed on five off 16 balls. With the Aussies 79 for nine, almost 70 runs behind India’s first-inning total of 150, the last pair restored some pride for the Oz. Hazlewood and Starc took some blows, escaped countless close chances, yet stood tall in the middle for close to an hour, playing over 100 balls. Though they managed just 25 runs, crossing a hundred on this wicket gave them the psychological satisfaction of staying alive in the game. The Indian bowlers kept bowling short, with Starc playing cautiously and opting against attacking everything thrown at him. He, however, ran out of gas just at the stroke of lunch as he pulled a bouncer off Rana, only to get caught by Rishabh Pant on 26. India to resume batting after lunch India will resume their second innings on day two of the first BGT Test in Perth, with KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal facing the new ball. Unlike how it unfolded in the first innings, the Indian batters will try and apply themselves better this time, aiming to pile up on the lead and give a daunting target to the Aussies. Meanwhile, considering the WTC Final spot on the line, India must beat Australia by 4-0 or better in this series to confirm direct qualification; otherwise, they will have to rely on other teams’ results to enter the summit clash for the third straight time. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT, Perth Test, Day 2: Australia all out on 104 as captain Bumrah completes five-for

The Indian captain for the first Test against Australia, Jasprit Bumrah, picked four&nbsp;wickets, including removing Usman Khawaja and veteran batter Steve Smith on successive balls to lead India’s comeback on day one in the Perth Test, with Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana chipping in with theirs.&nbsp;

Bumrah won the toss and elected to bat first; the Indian batters failed to score big in the first innings as they got all out on 150, with Josh Hazlewood being the architect, picking four wickets. In reply to India's first-inning total, Australia scored 67 for 7 at stumps on day one, trailing by 83 runs.

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The much-hyped Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 began with a bang, with Mitchell Starc producing a stunning spell to remove Yashasvi Jaiswal inside the third over. Devdutt Padikkal and KL Rahul tried deploying a defensive approach but fell prey to serious pace from Hazlewood and Starc, respectively, though KL Rahul’s debatable dismissal sparked controversy.

Hazlewood also removed India veteran Virat Kohli, caught in the first slip on five.

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Rishabh Pant again became a thorn in the flesh for the Aussies, hitting a gritty 37, while Dhruv Jurel and Nitish Kumar Reddy showed hearts on their first outing for India Down Under. Jurel scored 11, but Reddy’s 41 off 59 helped India reach the 150-mark.

<h2>Bumrah leads India’s comeback</h2>

Bumrah was right on the target from ball one, causing trouble to the new opening pair of Nathan McSweeney and Usman Khawaja, before removing the debutant on just ten. He could have bagged twice in the same over had Kohli not dropped Labuschagne’s sitter in the second slip.

Bumrah, however, fulfilled his wish in his next over by removing Khawaja and Smith off two straight balls. While he dismissed the left-handed opener for the first time in eight meetings, he accounted for Smith, who registered only his second golden duck in Test history.

India’s nemesis, Travis Head, joined Marnus in the middle and began hitting boundaries like he never left, reminding everyone of how good he is. Just before he could pile pressure on the Indians, debutant Harshit Rana bowled him on 11, reducing Australia to 31 for four at one stage.

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Mitchell Marsh also failed to weather the storm as he edged one to the slip cordon off Siraj, who later dismissed Australia’s best batter on the day, Marnus, on 52-ball two. Before the end of play, India removed Aussie skipper Pat Cummins for cheap with Alex Carey-Mitchell Starc remaining unbeaten at the stumps. They have a herculean task to take their side near India's total.

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The Indian captain for the first Test against Australia, Jasprit Bumrah, picked four wickets, including removing Usman Khawaja and veteran batter Steve Smith on successive balls to lead India’s comeback on day one in the Perth Test, with Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana chipping in with theirs.

The Indian captain for the first Test against Australia, Jasprit Bumrah, picked four wickets, including removing Usman Khawaja and veteran batter Steve Smith on successive balls to lead India’s comeback on day one in the Perth Test, with Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana chipping in with theirs. Bumrah won the toss and elected to bat first; the Indian batters failed to score big in the first innings as they got all out on 150, with Josh Hazlewood being the architect, picking four wickets. In reply to India's first-inning total, Australia scored 67 for 7 at stumps on day one, trailing by 83 runs. ALSO READ: BGT: Jasprit Bumrah strikes gold in Perth after Kohli drops sitter in slips The much-hyped Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 began with a bang, with Mitchell Starc producing a stunning spell to remove Yashasvi Jaiswal inside the third over. Devdutt Padikkal and KL Rahul tried deploying a defensive approach but fell prey to serious pace from Hazlewood and Starc, respectively, though KL Rahul’s debatable dismissal sparked controversy. Hazlewood also removed India veteran Virat Kohli, caught in the first slip on five. Extra bounce from Hazlewood - Kohli's back in the sheds for five #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/6M5DjgOqrV — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 22, 2024 × Rishabh Pant again became a thorn in the flesh for the Aussies, hitting a gritty 37, while Dhruv Jurel and Nitish Kumar Reddy showed hearts on their first outing for India Down Under. Jurel scored 11, but Reddy’s 41 off 59 helped India reach the 150-mark. Bumrah leads India’s comeback Bumrah was right on the target from ball one, causing trouble to the new opening pair of Nathan McSweeney and Usman Khawaja, before removing the debutant on just ten. He could have bagged twice in the same over had Kohli not dropped Labuschagne’s sitter in the second slip. Bumrah, however, fulfilled his wish in his next over by removing Khawaja and Smith off two straight balls. While he dismissed the left-handed opener for the first time in eight meetings, he accounted for Smith, who registered only his second golden duck in Test history. India’s nemesis, Travis Head, joined Marnus in the middle and began hitting boundaries like he never left, reminding everyone of how good he is. Just before he could pile pressure on the Indians, debutant Harshit Rana bowled him on 11, reducing Australia to 31 for four at one stage. What a way to get your maiden Test wicket! ⚡️#DeliveredwithSpeed | #AUSvIND | @NBN_Australia pic.twitter.com/IkykgwUEWW — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 22, 2024 × Mitchell Marsh also failed to weather the storm as he edged one to the slip cordon off Siraj, who later dismissed Australia’s best batter on the day, Marnus, on 52-ball two. Before the end of play, India removed Aussie skipper Pat Cummins for cheap with Alex Carey-Mitchell Starc remaining unbeaten at the stumps. They have a herculean task to take their side near India's total. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT, Perth Test, Day 1: Jasprit Bumrah leads India’s comeback after batters disappoint in 1st innings

Former Australia captain and Test great Ricky Ponting feels Rohit Sharma’s return to the Indian side could potentially disrupt the Indian camp, echoing Sunil Gavaskar’s remarks on why India should have just one captain throughout the series. Rohit remained unavailable for the Perth Test for personal reasons, with the BCCI naming ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah the captain for the BGT opener at the Optus Stadium.

Rohit, however, has informed the Indian Cricket Board about his travel schedule, with a report in Cricbuzz claiming that the Indian skipper will link up with the squad in Perth during the first Test on November 24 (Sunday). He will be available for selection for the second game in Adelaide, a Day/Night Test, starting December 6, and will play the pink-ball warm-up tie in Canberra in the leadup to the second game.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, following Gavaskar’s comments on why Bumrah should lead India in all matches regardless of Rohit’s travel stance and availability status for all games, which irked plenty of fans, including Rohit’s wife, Ritika Sajdeh, who gave a telling reaction to the India great, uttered same sentiments, saying his addition to the side and in the leadership group will cause some confusion among the group.

Ponting said the players knew about Rohit’s stance before and that Bumrah would lead India in Perth, adding, “I just think there’s potential for more disruption through their campaign with Sharma coming back and whatever else. So I’ll stick with it (3-1 verdict in favour of Australia).”&nbsp;

“India will be pretty certain of what team they’re going to play (in Perth). They’ve known for a while that Rohit probably wasn’t going to be here. They’ve probably known for a while that Bumrah was going to be captain. So they’ve probably known what holes they’ve needed to fill. So they’ll be reasonably settled,” Ponting said on The ICC Review ahead of the first Test in Perth starting Friday (Nov 22).

<h2>Gavaskar’s remarks</h2>

During a chat with Sports Tak earlier, Gavaskar explained why India must have just captain throughout the marquee series.

“Captain should play the opening Test. It would have been different had he been injured. But if a captain is not available right in the first Test match of the series, then it would put a lot of pressure on the deputy leader and that is not easy.

“There should be clarity because we lost 0-3 against New Zealand, so the captain has to be there. Indian cricket is the most important thing. Had India won the New Zealand series 3-0, it would have been a different case.” Gavaskar said.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, India could play two debutants in Perth, with several reports suggesting that Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana are likely to play the series opener.&nbsp;

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Former Australia captain and Test great Ricky Ponting feels Rohit Sharma’s return to the Indian side could potentially disrupt the Indian camp, echoing Sunil Gavaskar’s remarks on why India should have just one captain throughout the series.

Former Australia captain and Test great Ricky Ponting feels Rohit Sharma’s return to the Indian side could potentially disrupt the Indian camp, echoing Sunil Gavaskar’s remarks on why India should have just one captain throughout the series. Rohit remained unavailable for the Perth Test for personal reasons, with the BCCI naming ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah the captain for the BGT opener at the Optus Stadium. Rohit, however, has informed the Indian Cricket Board about his travel schedule, with a report in Cricbuzz claiming that the Indian skipper will link up with the squad in Perth during the first Test on November 24 (Sunday). He will be available for selection for the second game in Adelaide, a Day/Night Test, starting December 6, and will play the pink-ball warm-up tie in Canberra in the leadup to the second game. ALSO READ: BGT: Ganguly not ready to discount India despite Aussie wave; reminds Vaughan, Gilchrist of 2020/21 results Meanwhile, following Gavaskar’s comments on why Bumrah should lead India in all matches regardless of Rohit’s travel stance and availability status for all games, which irked plenty of fans, including Rohit’s wife, Ritika Sajdeh, who gave a telling reaction to the India great, uttered same sentiments, saying his addition to the side and in the leadership group will cause some confusion among the group. Ponting said the players knew about Rohit’s stance before and that Bumrah would lead India in Perth, adding, “I just think there’s potential for more disruption through their campaign with Sharma coming back and whatever else. So I’ll stick with it (3-1 verdict in favour of Australia).” “India will be pretty certain of what team they’re going to play (in Perth). They’ve known for a while that Rohit probably wasn’t going to be here. They’ve probably known for a while that Bumrah was going to be captain. So they’ve probably known what holes they’ve needed to fill. So they’ll be reasonably settled,” Ponting said on The ICC Review ahead of the first Test in Perth starting Friday (Nov 22). Gavaskar’s remarks During a chat with Sports Tak earlier, Gavaskar explained why India must have just captain throughout the marquee series. “Captain should play the opening Test. It would have been different had he been injured. But if a captain is not available right in the first Test match of the series, then it would put a lot of pressure on the deputy leader and that is not easy. “There should be clarity because we lost 0-3 against New Zealand, so the captain has to be there. Indian cricket is the most important thing. Had India won the New Zealand series 3-0, it would have been a different case.” Gavaskar said. Meanwhile, India could play two debutants in Perth, with several reports suggesting that Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana are likely to play the series opener. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Rohit’s return to cause ‘disruption’ in Indian camp’ – Ponting echoes Gavaskar’s remarks on BGT captaincy

The Indian captain for the Perth Test against Australia, Jasprit Bumrah, dropped a major hint at Mohammed Shami’s potential return to the Test side amid fitness concerns.&nbsp;

Shami missed all on-field action since last year's home World Cup due to an ankle injury and resumed competitive cricket last week, playing for Bengal in the prestigious Ranji Trophy tournament, picking seven wickets against Madhya Pradesh. Though he showed glimpses of a full-fit Shami by bowling tight lines during his comeback game, the right-arm seamer is closing in on returning to his best, with the Indian Team management keeping a keen eye on it.&nbsp;

Speaking on the same on the sidelines of the first BGT Test at the Optus Stadium starting Friday (Nov 22), India skipper Bumrah said,&nbsp;"Shami bhai has started to play cricket, and obviously, he is an integral part of this team. I'm sure the management is also keeping a keen eye (on him). Hopefully, things fall in place. If everything goes well, you might see him here as well," Bumrah noted in the pre-match presser in Perth.

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Meanwhile, Bumrah is leading India in Rohit Sharma’s absence, who is in India with his family after the birth of his second child. Rohit will link up with the Indian Team ahead of the second Test in Adelaide, a Day-Night Test game, starting December 6.

Per several reports, the BCCI and the management are keen on having Shami on board at some point during this marquee five-match series, concluding with the final Test at the SCG in Sydney early next year. Should Shami attain full fitness in the meantime, he would likely get added to the Test side, increasing his chances of playing his first away BGT game since breaking his wrist in Adelaide the last time.

<h2>Rana, Ashwin to play in Perth</h2>

Owing to an injury crisis and unavailability of some star players, the visitors could play a new-look Indian Team in the BGT opener, with several reports claiming two uncapped players to make the cut. While all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is one name everyone’s praising, the sources close to the information claim that lanky pacer Harshit Rana could also make his Test debut.

Besides, ace spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, India’s highest wicket-taker in this attack, will play ahead of two bowling all-rounders, Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar.&nbsp;

Also, in the absence of Shubman Gill, who is out with a broken thumb, India will likely play Devdutt Padikkal at number three, with KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal to open. Outside of Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant in the middle order, India might play Dhruv Jurel ahead of Sarfaraz Khan at number six; simultaneously, Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj spearhead the pace attack.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Indian captain for the Perth Test against Australia, Jasprit Bumrah, dropped a major hint at Mohammed Shami’s potential return to the Test side amid fitness concerns.

The Indian captain for the Perth Test against Australia, Jasprit Bumrah, dropped a major hint at Mohammed Shami’s potential return to the Test side amid fitness concerns. Shami missed all on-field action since last year's home World Cup due to an ankle injury and resumed competitive cricket last week, playing for Bengal in the prestigious Ranji Trophy tournament, picking seven wickets against Madhya Pradesh. Though he showed glimpses of a full-fit Shami by bowling tight lines during his comeback game, the right-arm seamer is closing in on returning to his best, with the Indian Team management keeping a keen eye on it. Speaking on the same on the sidelines of the first BGT Test at the Optus Stadium starting Friday (Nov 22), India skipper Bumrah said, "Shami bhai has started to play cricket, and obviously, he is an integral part of this team. I'm sure the management is also keeping a keen eye (on him). Hopefully, things fall in place. If everything goes well, you might see him here as well," Bumrah noted in the pre-match presser in Perth. ALSO READ: 'Don't make..': Ravi Shastri shares advice for India head coach Gautam Gambhir ahead of BGT 2024/25 opener Meanwhile, Bumrah is leading India in Rohit Sharma’s absence, who is in India with his family after the birth of his second child. Rohit will link up with the Indian Team ahead of the second Test in Adelaide, a Day-Night Test game, starting December 6. Per several reports, the BCCI and the management are keen on having Shami on board at some point during this marquee five-match series, concluding with the final Test at the SCG in Sydney early next year. Should Shami attain full fitness in the meantime, he would likely get added to the Test side, increasing his chances of playing his first away BGT game since breaking his wrist in Adelaide the last time. Rana, Ashwin to play in Perth Owing to an injury crisis and unavailability of some star players, the visitors could play a new-look Indian Team in the BGT opener, with several reports claiming two uncapped players to make the cut. While all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is one name everyone’s praising, the sources close to the information claim that lanky pacer Harshit Rana could also make his Test debut. Besides, ace spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, India’s highest wicket-taker in this attack, will play ahead of two bowling all-rounders, Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar. Also, in the absence of Shubman Gill, who is out with a broken thumb, India will likely play Devdutt Padikkal at number three, with KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal to open. Outside of Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant in the middle order, India might play Dhruv Jurel ahead of Sarfaraz Khan at number six; simultaneously, Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj spearhead the pace attack. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: Perth Test skipper Bumrah hints at Mohammed Shami’s potential return, says ‘if all goes well…’

Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 edition's commencement, India's stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah has played down concerns regarding Virat Kohli's poor run of form. Kohli has scored only two Test tons since 2020 and had a disastrous run in India's home season, ending with only 191 runs at 21.33 with a solitary fifty. Thus, there are concerns around his form. However, Bumrah feels Kohli is highly confident ahead of the Australia Test series opener and will come good Down Under.&nbsp;

Talking to the press ahead of the Perth Test, which gets underway on Friday (Nov 22), Bumrah said, "I don't have to say anything about Virat Kohli, the batter. He is one of the greats of the game. I don't need to give him any special input. He is the utmost professional. He is one of the leaders. I made my debut under him. He knows what he is doing. Okay, one or two series, here and there, can up and down."

"But, the confidence he has at this moment, I have no doubts about how he has prepared. He is looking to contribute. The signs are ominous, I don't want to jinx it by saying anything else, but he is looking in very good shape,." he added.

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Notably, Kohli has an exceptional record in Tests in Australia. In 13 Tests, the former Indian captain has 1,352 runs at an impressive average of 54.08, including six hundreds and four half-centuries.&nbsp;Thus, the 36-year-old will be confident of turning the tides in his favour in the Australia series.&nbsp;

India are without regular captain Rohit Sharma (due to paternity leave) for the five-match Test series opener in Perth. Bumrah-led India will hope for a winning start after being whitewashed by New Zealand in a three-match series at home, in October.

Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 edition's commencement, India's stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah has played down concerns regarding Virat Kohli's poor run of form.

Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 edition's commencement, India's stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah has played down concerns regarding Virat Kohli's poor run of form. Kohli has scored only two Test tons since 2020 and had a disastrous run in India's home season, ending with only 191 runs at 21.33 with a solitary fifty. Thus, there are concerns around his form. However, Bumrah feels Kohli is highly confident ahead of the Australia Test series opener and will come good Down Under. Talking to the press ahead of the Perth Test, which gets underway on Friday (Nov 22), Bumrah said, "I don't have to say anything about Virat Kohli, the batter. He is one of the greats of the game. I don't need to give him any special input. He is the utmost professional. He is one of the leaders. I made my debut under him. He knows what he is doing. Okay, one or two series, here and there, can up and down." "But, the confidence he has at this moment, I have no doubts about how he has prepared. He is looking to contribute. The signs are ominous, I don't want to jinx it by saying anything else, but he is looking in very good shape,." he added. Also read: BGT 2024/25: 'If you lose, you start from 0', Bumrah states India not carrying any baggage from NZ whitewash Notably, Kohli has an exceptional record in Tests in Australia. In 13 Tests, the former Indian captain has 1,352 runs at an impressive average of 54.08, including six hundreds and four half-centuries. Thus, the 36-year-old will be confident of turning the tides in his favour in the Australia series. India are without regular captain Rohit Sharma (due to paternity leave) for the five-match Test series opener in Perth. Bumrah-led India will hope for a winning start after being whitewashed by New Zealand in a three-match series at home, in October.

Perth Test: 'Don't want to jinx him,' Bumrah plays down Kohli's poor form, says he's 'ready for Aus challenge'

Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden revealed that MS Dhoni had once identified Jasprit Bumrah's abilities as a 'potential captain'. Hayden, who played under former India captain Dhoni for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL, stated that Dhoni had mentioned Bumrah's leadership qualities. Notably, Bumrah is set to lead India in the first Test versus Australia in Perth, i.e. the series opener of the&nbsp;upcoming 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Bumrah will lead India for the second time in Tests after regular captain Rohit Sharma is out of action due to paternity leave.

Hayden, a Channel 7 commentator, responded to India Today's query in a virtual presser and said, "From what I understand, not knowing Bumrah on the field as such, not even having played against him, but coming from a great friend and mentor of mine in MS Dhoni, he’s got leadership qualities as well. In fact, he was touted by MS many years ago as a potential captain."

He further opined, "Off the field, I have spent a large amount of time with Jasprit, he’s intelligent, well-organised and constructive in his comments on the game, which for me reveals he’s got good leadership instincts, and they will come to the fore captaining a very excited and extremely optimistic team coming here, and I’m sure he will be up for it."

Bumrah has led India once in Tests, versus England in Edgbaston in July 2022. Despite a healthy lead, India went on to lose the match by seven wickets.

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Hayden lauded Bumrah for stepping up for India in crunch situations. He mentioned that despite not playing a lot like Rohit and Virat Kohli, Bumrah has&nbsp;played like a “stalwart” of Indian cricket and praised him for his bowling in the Perth Test in 2018, which India lost by 146 runs.&nbsp;

The former opener stated, "When you think about Jasprit Bumrah, you think he’s probably played 80 to 100 Tests. It just seems like he’s been a stalwart of Indian cricket across all three formats. The reality is he has played 40 Tests and that’s a lot of cricket, but it’s not Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and other names that have played a lot more amongst the stalwarts of Indian cricket."

"Bumrah will lead with the ball just like Pat Cummins. He took five wickets in Perth in a losing cause. He is going to lead from the front, the better he bowls, the better his team gets into a position of dominance, and he can expose many players because of his immense talent,” Hayden added.

The first Test gets underway on Friday (Nov. 22) at the Perth Stadium, Perth.&nbsp;

Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden revealed that MS Dhoni had once identified Jasprit Bumrah's abilities as a 'potential captain'. Hayden, who played under former India captain Dhoni for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL, stated that Dhoni had mentioned Bumrah's leadership qualities.

Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden revealed that MS Dhoni had once identified Jasprit Bumrah's abilities as a 'potential captain'. Hayden, who played under former India captain Dhoni for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL, stated that Dhoni had mentioned Bumrah's leadership qualities. Notably, Bumrah is set to lead India in the first Test versus Australia in Perth, i.e. the series opener of the upcoming 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Bumrah will lead India for the second time in Tests after regular captain Rohit Sharma is out of action due to paternity leave. Hayden, a Channel 7 commentator, responded to India Today's query in a virtual presser and said, "From what I understand, not knowing Bumrah on the field as such, not even having played against him, but coming from a great friend and mentor of mine in MS Dhoni, he’s got leadership qualities as well. In fact, he was touted by MS many years ago as a potential captain." He further opined, "Off the field, I have spent a large amount of time with Jasprit, he’s intelligent, well-organised and constructive in his comments on the game, which for me reveals he’s got good leadership instincts, and they will come to the fore captaining a very excited and extremely optimistic team coming here, and I’m sure he will be up for it." Bumrah has led India once in Tests, versus England in Edgbaston in July 2022. Despite a healthy lead, India went on to lose the match by seven wickets. Also read: BGT 2024/25: 'Happy that Cheteshwar Pujara is not here,' Josh Hazlewood relieved by veteran batter's absence Hayden lauded Bumrah for stepping up for India in crunch situations. He mentioned that despite not playing a lot like Rohit and Virat Kohli, Bumrah has played like a “stalwart” of Indian cricket and praised him for his bowling in the Perth Test in 2018, which India lost by 146 runs. The former opener stated, "When you think about Jasprit Bumrah, you think he’s probably played 80 to 100 Tests. It just seems like he’s been a stalwart of Indian cricket across all three formats. The reality is he has played 40 Tests and that’s a lot of cricket, but it’s not Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and other names that have played a lot more amongst the stalwarts of Indian cricket." "Bumrah will lead with the ball just like Pat Cummins. He took five wickets in Perth in a losing cause. He is going to lead from the front, the better he bowls, the better his team gets into a position of dominance, and he can expose many players because of his immense talent,” Hayden added. The first Test gets underway on Friday (Nov. 22) at the Perth Stadium, Perth.

BGT 2024/25: MS Dhoni once touted Jasprit Bumrah as potential captain, says Matthew Hayden ahead of Perth Test

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