From Varun Chakravarthy to Kuldeep Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most wickets in 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah

Meet top 5 Indian bowlers with most wickets in 2025, check who tops the list

South African Test captain Temba Bavuma has broken his silence on the unsavoury incident involving a ‘dwarf’ remark made by ace Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah during the concluded Test series in November. Midway through a review discussion for an LBW call on Bavuma during the first Test in Kolkata, Bumrah and keeper-batter Rishabh Pant referred to him as a dwarf, with the stump mic picking it up, and the matter getting escalated on social media. However, even before the two Indians involved were made aware of the damage done by that remark, both approached Bavuma and apologised to him after the day’s play.&nbsp;Bavuma said that although he didn’t hear what Bumrah and Pant discussed during the review discussion in the middle, he understood that something was being murmured in their native language, which he didn’t understand but had to check up with the media manager afterwards. The right-handed batter admitted letting the matter go and having no ifs about it.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-virat-kohli-goes-past-sachin-tendulkar-rohit-sharma-equals-david-warner-tally-in-record-outing-1766578318803">Vijay Hazare Trophy: Kohli goes past Sachin, Rohit equals Warner’s tally in record outing</a> &nbsp;“I know from my side, there was an incident where they said something in their language about me. At the end of the day, two senior players, Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah, came and apologised. When the apology was made, I was in the dark about what it was about; I hadn’t heard it at the time, and I needed to check in with our media manager about it. What happens on the field stays on the field, but you don’t forget what is said. You use it as fuel and motivation, but there are no grudges per se,” Bavuma wrote in a column for ‘ESPNcricinfo’.<h3>Bavuma on Conrad’s remarks</h3>The series, won by South Africa, was also marred by off-field remarks, including one made by South Africa coach Shukri Conrad, during a presser in the second Test in Guwahati. Conrad used the word ‘grovel’, leading to comparisons with Tony Grieg’s infamous comments with racist connotations during the series against the West Indies. Conard, however, apologised for his remarks later, admitting he could have used another word for that, something Bavuma also echoed. &nbsp;“Shukri also took some heat for his 'grovel' remark. I was put under pressure by the media on that side, asking me to clarify the comments that were made. I thought Shukri was the man best positioned to give context to it all. The first time I heard about it, it had that unsavoury taste to it, but I think it just reminded me how tough and competitive the Test series was and what it meant to certain individuals within the group. Shukri spoke after the ODI series and put that issue to bed. In hindsight, he said he could have chosen a better word, and I agree with him,” he said.

Bavuma-led South Africa clean-swept India on their home turf during the concluded two-match Test series in November. 

South African Test captain Temba Bavuma has broken his silence on the unsavoury incident involving a ‘dwarf’ remark made by ace Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah during the concluded Test series in November. Midway through a review discussion for an LBW call on Bavuma during the first Test in Kolkata, Bumrah and keeper-batter Rishabh Pant referred to him as a dwarf, with the stump mic picking it up, and the matter getting escalated on social media. However, even before the two Indians involved were made aware of the damage done by that remark, both approached Bavuma and apologised to him after the day’s play. Bavuma said that although he didn’t hear what Bumrah and Pant discussed during the review discussion in the middle, he understood that something was being murmured in their native language, which he didn’t understand but had to check up with the media manager afterwards. The right-handed batter admitted letting the matter go and having no ifs about it. Also read | Vijay Hazare Trophy: Kohli goes past Sachin, Rohit equals Warner’s tally in record outing “I know from my side, there was an incident where they said something in their language about me. At the end of the day, two senior players, Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah, came and apologised. When the apology was made, I was in the dark about what it was about; I hadn’t heard it at the time, and I needed to check in with our media manager about it. What happens on the field stays on the field, but you don’t forget what is said. You use it as fuel and motivation, but there are no grudges per se,” Bavuma wrote in a column for ‘ESPNcricinfo’. Bavuma on Conrad’s remarks The series, won by South Africa, was also marred by off-field remarks, including one made by South Africa coach Shukri Conrad, during a presser in the second Test in Guwahati. Conrad used the word ‘grovel’, leading to comparisons with Tony Grieg’s infamous comments with racist connotations during the series against the West Indies. Conard, however, apologised for his remarks later, admitting he could have used another word for that, something Bavuma also echoed. “Shukri also took some heat for his 'grovel' remark. I was put under pressure by the media on that side, asking me to clarify the comments that were made. I thought Shukri was the man best positioned to give context to it all. The first time I heard about it, it had that unsavoury taste to it, but I think it just reminded me how tough and competitive the Test series was and what it meant to certain individuals within the group. Shukri spoke after the ODI series and put that issue to bed. In hindsight, he said he could have chosen a better word, and I agree with him,” he said.

Bavuma-led South Africa clean-swept India on their home turf during the concluded two-match Test series in November.&nbsp;

SA Test captain Bavuma breaks silence on ‘dwarf’ remark, reveals two senior Indian players apologised

India has concluded its 2025 international calendar following the T20I series win over South Africa. Here are the top five bowlers who picked up the most wickets across formats this year. 

From Kuldeep Yadav to Ravindra Jadeja, top 5 Indian bowlers with most wickets in 2025

South Africa coach Shukri Conrad was full of praise for the Indian team after they pocketed the T20I series 3-1 with a 30-run win in Ahmedabad on Friday (Dec 19). Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, India won after the heroics of Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma; however, Conrad was in awe of Hardik Pandya, who played a match-winning knock. According to the Proteas coach, Hardik was the difference-maker for the hosts and will be a key weapon for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.<h2>Conrad in awe of Hardik</h2>“If I were brutally honest, in taking nothing away from Bumrah, I think Hardik’s been the difference between the two teams. I think his knock tonight was the difference between us winning and losing. I think he played a knock in the first one as well, where he just walked in, and we had him in a little bit of trouble,” Conrad said after the match.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Pandya led India's batting assault with his 16-ball 50 to set up a 30-run win over South Africa and clinch the series 3-1 in the fifth T20 on Friday. A punishing 105-run fourth partnership between Pandya, who hammered 63 off 25 balls, and Tilak Varma (73) swept India to 231-5 at the world's biggest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;In reply, South Africa started strongly thanks to a 35-ball 65 by Quinton de Kock, who played his 100th T20 for the national team, but the opener's departure triggered a collapse, and the Proteas ended on 201-8.&nbsp;The win sealed India's eighth consecutive T20 series triumph, a streak that began in December 2023. South Africa began the tour with a stunning 2-0 triumph in the Test series, but the white-ball contests proved disappointing as they also lost the one-day series 2-1.

Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, India won after the heroics of Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma; however, Shukri Conrad was in awe of Hardik Pandya, who played a match-winning knock.

South Africa coach Shukri Conrad was full of praise for the Indian team after they pocketed the T20I series 3-1 with a 30-run win in Ahmedabad on Friday (Dec 19). Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, India won after the heroics of Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma; however, Conrad was in awe of Hardik Pandya, who played a match-winning knock. According to the Proteas coach, Hardik was the difference-maker for the hosts and will be a key weapon for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Conrad in awe of Hardik “If I were brutally honest, in taking nothing away from Bumrah, I think Hardik’s been the difference between the two teams. I think his knock tonight was the difference between us winning and losing. I think he played a knock in the first one as well, where he just walked in, and we had him in a little bit of trouble,” Conrad said after the match. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Pandya led India's batting assault with his 16-ball 50 to set up a 30-run win over South Africa and clinch the series 3-1 in the fifth T20 on Friday. A punishing 105-run fourth partnership between Pandya, who hammered 63 off 25 balls, and Tilak Varma (73) swept India to 231-5 at the world's biggest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes In reply, South Africa started strongly thanks to a 35-ball 65 by Quinton de Kock, who played his 100th T20 for the national team, but the opener's departure triggered a collapse, and the Proteas ended on 201-8. The win sealed India's eighth consecutive T20 series triumph, a streak that began in December 2023. South Africa began the tour with a stunning 2-0 triumph in the Test series, but the white-ball contests proved disappointing as they also lost the one-day series 2-1.

Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, India won after the heroics of Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma; however, Shukri Conrad was in awe of Hardik Pandya, who played a match-winning knock.

IND vs SA: Not Bumrah, but THIS man was the difference, says Proteas coach Shukri Conrad in Ahmedabad

From Varun Chakravarthy to Kuldeep Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets in 2025. This list also includes Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah

Meet top 5 Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets in 2025, check who tops the list

From Mitchell Starc to Blessing Muzarabani, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most Test wickets in 2025. This list also includes Mohammed Siraj, Taijul Islam and Jasprit Bumrah

Meet top 5 bowlers with most Test wickets in 2025, check who tops the list

Only five bowlers in cricket history have taken 100 wickets in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Jasprit Bumrah is the lone Indian in this rare club. Here’s the full list of elite multi-format wicket-takers.

Just 5 bowlers have 100 wickets across formats: Bumrah makes the cut, the rest will shock fans

Jasprit Bumrah’s workload management has been a topic of discussion ever since. The ace seamer has spent plenty of time on the sidelines recovering from a persistent back injury that troubled him over the years, something that also kept the Indian fans and team management on their toes. Ravichandran Ashwin, Bumrah’s former India teammate and bowling great, recently shared his views on managing his workload better, suggesting a bold move - something that differs from Bumrah’s goals. Despite BCCI selectors preferring to play him in Tests over white-ball cricket, Ashwin suggests otherwise, urging the Indian quick to play Tests only when he’s dearly needed.&nbsp;Since missing the final Test against England at the Oval this year, Bumrah featured in the triumph 2025 Asia Cup campaign, the home Tests against West Indies, the five away T20Is against Australia, and just concluded Proteas Tests. Although he sits out of the forthcoming ODI series against South Africa, Bumrah will return for the five T20Is that follow.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-2025-shubman-gill-shreyas-iyer-return-from-injuries-bowling-coach-morne-morkel-answers-1764393411615">How long before Gill and Iyer return from injuries? Bowling coach Morkel answers</a> &nbsp;Speaking with AB de Villiers during a YouTube chat, Ashwin suggested, “If I were anywhere near him, I'd tell him to stick to white-ball cricket. Unless India desperately need him, don’t step into the Test side. But I know him well. He loves the format and wants to keep playing despite the challenge.” He continued that Bumrah must only feature in high-stakes Test matches, urging him to focus more on T20 cricket.&nbsp; &nbsp;“For India’s sake and Bumrah’s sake, I’d rather he focus on T20 cricket. Not waste energy on meaningless ODIs. Play only the Tests that matter, especially the away ones. And we should be developing a group of fast bowlers for home conditions anyway,” he added.<h3>De Villiers shares same thoughts</h3>Agreeing with Ashwin’s remarks, the former South African captain shared the same sentiments, suggesting that Bumrah must skip playing Tests in India and the Asian conditions, and only appear when Team India travels to SENA countries. &nbsp;“I’d pull him out of all the home and Asian Tests,” de Villiers said. “Use him only in Australia, South Africa, New Zealand and England. Keep him fresh for those, and let him focus on the white-ball formats where World Cups are on the line.” &nbsp;Meanwhile, Bumrah’s fitness remains key to India’s international calendar, considering the home T20 World Cup early next year, where he is assumed to lead the pace attack.&nbsp;

Since missing the final Test against England at the Oval this year, Bumrah featured in the triumph 2025 Asia Cup campaign, the home Tests against West Indies, the five away T20Is against Australia, and just concluded Proteas Tests.

Jasprit Bumrah’s workload management has been a topic of discussion ever since. The ace seamer has spent plenty of time on the sidelines recovering from a persistent back injury that troubled him over the years, something that also kept the Indian fans and team management on their toes. Ravichandran Ashwin, Bumrah’s former India teammate and bowling great, recently shared his views on managing his workload better, suggesting a bold move - something that differs from Bumrah’s goals. Despite BCCI selectors preferring to play him in Tests over white-ball cricket, Ashwin suggests otherwise, urging the Indian quick to play Tests only when he’s dearly needed. Since missing the final Test against England at the Oval this year, Bumrah featured in the triumph 2025 Asia Cup campaign, the home Tests against West Indies, the five away T20Is against Australia, and just concluded Proteas Tests. Although he sits out of the forthcoming ODI series against South Africa, Bumrah will return for the five T20Is that follow. Also read | How long before Gill and Iyer return from injuries? Bowling coach Morkel answers Speaking with AB de Villiers during a YouTube chat, Ashwin suggested, “If I were anywhere near him, I'd tell him to stick to white-ball cricket. Unless India desperately need him, don’t step into the Test side. But I know him well. He loves the format and wants to keep playing despite the challenge.” He continued that Bumrah must only feature in high-stakes Test matches, urging him to focus more on T20 cricket. “For India’s sake and Bumrah’s sake, I’d rather he focus on T20 cricket. Not waste energy on meaningless ODIs. Play only the Tests that matter, especially the away ones. And we should be developing a group of fast bowlers for home conditions anyway,” he added. De Villiers shares same thoughts Agreeing with Ashwin’s remarks, the former South African captain shared the same sentiments, suggesting that Bumrah must skip playing Tests in India and the Asian conditions, and only appear when Team India travels to SENA countries. “I’d pull him out of all the home and Asian Tests,” de Villiers said. “Use him only in Australia, South Africa, New Zealand and England. Keep him fresh for those, and let him focus on the white-ball formats where World Cups are on the line.” Meanwhile, Bumrah’s fitness remains key to India’s international calendar, considering the home T20 World Cup early next year, where he is assumed to lead the pace attack.

Since missing the final Test against England at the Oval this year, Bumrah featured in the triumph 2025 Asia Cup campaign, the home Tests against West Indies, the five away T20Is against Australia, and just concluded Proteas Tests.

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Jasprit Bumrah has become the kind of fast bowler every team worries about. He takes wickets in all formats, in every country and in every situation. His swing, variations and sharp accuracy make him tough to face, and captains trust him whenever they need an important breakthrough or want to slow the game down. Bumrah doesn’t just bowl well; he changes the momentum of the game. So, when in an interview with ESPN Cricinfo, former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson was asked what makes Bumrah such a unique challenge, he didn’t have to think too hard. The answer came with respect and a memory that still stands out.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-england-reveal-12-man-squad-for-perth-opener-details-inside-ben-stokes-ashes2025-pat-cummins-aus-vs-eng-1763540163056">Ashes 2025: England reveal 12-man squad for Perth opener, details inside</a>&nbsp;Williamson said facing Bumrah always feels like a Test match, even in white-ball cricket. That’s how demanding the battle becomes. He recalled the 2023 ODI World Cup semi-final in Mumbai, a high-pressure game where Bumrah had the ball talking from the very first over. “For about 40 minutes, it was pure survival,” Williamson said. “He was swinging the ball late both ways, and every ball felt like it could get you out.” According to Williamson, Bumrah’s biggest strength is the mix of skill and deception. He explained how Bumrah walks in quietly with a smooth, almost gentle approach to the crease, and then suddenly releases the ball with serious pace. That contrast catches batters off guard because it’s hard to judge the exact moment and speed of the release. Williamson also praised Bumrah’s accuracy. He said the Indian pacer hits the same spot again and again, rarely giving anything loose. But what really stands out to Williamson is Bumrah’s calm nature. “He’s very composed and disciplined. You always know you’re in a real fight when he has the ball,” he said. For someone of Williamson’s class to describe those overs as a fight tells you everything about the challenge Bumrah brings.&nbsp;

According to Williamson, Bumrah’s biggest strength is the mix of skill and deception. He explained how Bumrah walks in quietly with a smooth, almost gentle approach to the crease, and then suddenly releases the ball with serious pace. 

Jasprit Bumrah has become the kind of fast bowler every team worries about. He takes wickets in all formats, in every country and in every situation. His swing, variations and sharp accuracy make him tough to face, and captains trust him whenever they need an important breakthrough or want to slow the game down. Bumrah doesn’t just bowl well; he changes the momentum of the game. So, when in an interview with ESPN Cricinfo, former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson was asked what makes Bumrah such a unique challenge, he didn’t have to think too hard. The answer came with respect and a memory that still stands out. Also read | Ashes 2025: England reveal 12-man squad for Perth opener, details inside Williamson said facing Bumrah always feels like a Test match, even in white-ball cricket. That’s how demanding the battle becomes. He recalled the 2023 ODI World Cup semi-final in Mumbai, a high-pressure game where Bumrah had the ball talking from the very first over. “For about 40 minutes, it was pure survival,” Williamson said. “He was swinging the ball late both ways, and every ball felt like it could get you out.” According to Williamson, Bumrah’s biggest strength is the mix of skill and deception. He explained how Bumrah walks in quietly with a smooth, almost gentle approach to the crease, and then suddenly releases the ball with serious pace. That contrast catches batters off guard because it’s hard to judge the exact moment and speed of the release. Williamson also praised Bumrah’s accuracy. He said the Indian pacer hits the same spot again and again, rarely giving anything loose. But what really stands out to Williamson is Bumrah’s calm nature. “He’s very composed and disciplined. You always know you’re in a real fight when he has the ball,” he said. For someone of Williamson’s class to describe those overs as a fight tells you everything about the challenge Bumrah brings.

According to Williamson, Bumrah’s biggest strength is the mix of skill and deception. He explained how Bumrah walks in quietly with a smooth, almost gentle approach to the crease, and then suddenly releases the ball with serious pace.&nbsp;

'Even in white-ball cricket, facing Bumrah feels like Test cricket': Williamson heaps praise on India's pace spearhead

From Jasprit Bumrah to Anil Kumble here is a look at five Indian bowlers most five-wicket hauls in Tests. The list also consists the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, Harbhajan Singh and Kapil Dev in honourbale mentions. 

From Jasprit Bumrah to Anil Kumble, 5 Indian bowlers most five-wicket hauls in Tests

South Africa's batting coach, Ashwell Prince, downplayed the controversy surrounding the stump-mic comments made by Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah and wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant. This came after a remark allegedly made by Bumrah on the last ball of the 13th over during South Africa’s innings in the opening Test at Eden Gardens on Friday (November 14). Bumrah’s comment, “bauna bhi hai,” was picked up by the stump mic following a leg-before appeal against Proteas captain Temba Bavuma. The comment was widely interpreted as a taunt aimed at Bavuma’s height.&nbsp;Prince, however, dismissed any significance of the incident during his media interaction after the first day's play, saying that the team would not be discussing the matter. "I’ve just heard about it now, but it won’t be an issue. There’s nothing to discuss regarding what happened out there,” he was quoted as saying.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-1st-test-india-37-1-on-day-1-after-bumrah-s-five-for-leaves-proteas-bowled-out-of-159-1763118930364">IND vs SA, 1st Test: India 37/1 on day 1 after Bumrah's five-for leaves Proteas bowled out of 159</a>&nbsp;Bavuma, who had been sidelined with a calf strain and was making his return as captain, had a brief and forgettable innings. He was dismissed cheaply for just 3 runs off 11 balls by Kuldeep Yadav, caught in a leg-slip trap. The incident in question occurred when Bumrah bowled a good-length delivery that struck Bavuma on the thigh pad. Bumrah made a strong appeal for LBW, but the umpire turned it down. Pant, who thought the ball might have gone over the stumps, supported the decision, and replays confirmed the ball would have missed the stumps.&nbsp;The term "bauna," which is often used to refer to individuals with dwarfism, can be considered offensive if used to describe someone simply short in stature. Despite this, South Africa’s team has decided not to file any formal complaint.

IND vs SA, 1st Test: South Africa breaks silence about 'bauna' remark at Proteas captain by Indian players

South Africa's batting coach, Ashwell Prince, downplayed the controversy surrounding the stump-mic comments made by Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah and wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant. This came after a remark allegedly made by Bumrah on the last ball of the 13th over during South Africa’s innings in the opening Test at Eden Gardens on Friday (November 14). Bumrah’s comment, “bauna bhi hai,” was picked up by the stump mic following a leg-before appeal against Proteas captain Temba Bavuma. The comment was widely interpreted as a taunt aimed at Bavuma’s height. Prince, however, dismissed any significance of the incident during his media interaction after the first day's play, saying that the team would not be discussing the matter. "I’ve just heard about it now, but it won’t be an issue. There’s nothing to discuss regarding what happened out there,” he was quoted as saying. Also Read: IND vs SA, 1st Test: India 37/1 on day 1 after Bumrah's five-for leaves Proteas bowled out of 159 Bavuma, who had been sidelined with a calf strain and was making his return as captain, had a brief and forgettable innings. He was dismissed cheaply for just 3 runs off 11 balls by Kuldeep Yadav, caught in a leg-slip trap. The incident in question occurred when Bumrah bowled a good-length delivery that struck Bavuma on the thigh pad. Bumrah made a strong appeal for LBW, but the umpire turned it down. Pant, who thought the ball might have gone over the stumps, supported the decision, and replays confirmed the ball would have missed the stumps. The term "bauna," which is often used to refer to individuals with dwarfism, can be considered offensive if used to describe someone simply short in stature. Despite this, South Africa’s team has decided not to file any formal complaint.

South Africa after winning the toss elected to bat first but were bowled out for 158 runs as India pacer Jasprit Bumrah took a five-wicket haul on the opening day of the first Test being played in Kolkata

From Jasprit Bumrah to Ravindra Jadeja, here's a look at the top five active Indian bowlers with most five-wicket hauls in Tests. This list also includes Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav and Mohammed Siraj

Meet top 5 active Indian bowlers with most five-wicket hauls in Tests

On day 1 of the ongoing first Test match between India and South Africa being played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, hosts were 37/1 at stumps after bowling out South Africa for 159 on Friday (November 14). For India, Washington Sundar (6*) and KL Rahul (13*) were at the crease. Earlier in the day, India's quick Jasprit Bumrah (5/27) took a five-wicket haul which gave India an upper hand on day 1.&nbsp;Bad light curtailed play early in the final session, with India losing opener Yashasvi Jaiswal cheaply. However, KL Rahul and Washington Sundar saw the team through without further loss, adding 19 runs in an unbeaten second-wicket stand. The pair played cautiously on a pitch that continued to offer variable bounce. Earlier, Bumrah's lethal spell of 5/27 had dismantled South Africa's batting after they had made a promising start, reaching 57/0. The visitors lost all ten wickets for just 102 runs, handing India the upper hand at the close of play.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-1st-test-you-prepare-for-the-worst-you-play-for-the-best-hashim-amla-s-advice-for-south-african-batters-facing-spin-1763114020193">IND vs SA 1st Test: 'You prepare for the worst, you play for the best': Hashim Amla's advice for South African batters facing spin</a>&nbsp;Bumrah's fiery burst after tea was a highlight, with the Eden Gardens crowd cheering him on. He struck immediately, removing Simon Harmer with a ball that jagged back to shatter his off-stump. A few deliveries later, Bumrah bowled an inswinging yorker to bowl out Keshav Maharaj for a duck. By the time the session ended, Tristan Stubbs was the only batter left unbeaten on 15, as South Africa's collapse continued. On a pitch offering inconsistent bounce, Jaiswal had a tough time getting going, taking 15 balls to score his first runs—a boundary off Marco Jansen. He added two more fours before being dismissed for 12, nicking a delivery from Jansen onto his stumps. Rahul, meanwhile, played a patient knock, scoring just one run from his first 14 balls before striking a crisp drive off Wiaan Mulder.&nbsp;Sundar, promoted to number three, endured a challenging period early but grew more confident as the day progressed. The South African bowlers—Jansen, Mulder, and Bosch—kept things tight, while spinners Maharaj and Harmer found some turn. But Rahul and Sundar weathered the storm, sticking to solid, disciplined batting. Play was finally halted at 4:35 pm due to bad light, with Bumrah's superb five-wicket haul being the standout performance of the day, putting India in a strong position at the end of the first day.&nbsp;Brief scores:South Africa: 159 all out in 55 overs (Aiden Markram 31, Ryan Rickelton 23; Jasprit Bumrah 5/27, Kuldeep Yadav 2/36) lead India 37/1 in 20 overs (KL Rahul 13 not out, Yashasvi Jaiswal 12; Marco Jansen 1/11) by 122 runs.

IND vs SA, 1st Test: India 37/1 on day 1 after Bumrah's five-for leaves Proteas bowled out of 159

On day 1 of the ongoing first Test match between India and South Africa being played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, hosts were 37/1 at stumps after bowling out South Africa for 159 on Friday (November 14). For India, Washington Sundar (6*) and KL Rahul (13*) were at the crease. Earlier in the day, India's quick Jasprit Bumrah (5/27) took a five-wicket haul which gave India an upper hand on day 1. Bad light curtailed play early in the final session, with India losing opener Yashasvi Jaiswal cheaply. However, KL Rahul and Washington Sundar saw the team through without further loss, adding 19 runs in an unbeaten second-wicket stand. The pair played cautiously on a pitch that continued to offer variable bounce. Earlier, Bumrah's lethal spell of 5/27 had dismantled South Africa's batting after they had made a promising start, reaching 57/0. The visitors lost all ten wickets for just 102 runs, handing India the upper hand at the close of play. Also Read: IND vs SA 1st Test: 'You prepare for the worst, you play for the best': Hashim Amla's advice for South African batters facing spin Bumrah's fiery burst after tea was a highlight, with the Eden Gardens crowd cheering him on. He struck immediately, removing Simon Harmer with a ball that jagged back to shatter his off-stump. A few deliveries later, Bumrah bowled an inswinging yorker to bowl out Keshav Maharaj for a duck. By the time the session ended, Tristan Stubbs was the only batter left unbeaten on 15, as South Africa's collapse continued. On a pitch offering inconsistent bounce, Jaiswal had a tough time getting going, taking 15 balls to score his first runs—a boundary off Marco Jansen. He added two more fours before being dismissed for 12, nicking a delivery from Jansen onto his stumps. Rahul, meanwhile, played a patient knock, scoring just one run from his first 14 balls before striking a crisp drive off Wiaan Mulder. Sundar, promoted to number three, endured a challenging period early but grew more confident as the day progressed. The South African bowlers—Jansen, Mulder, and Bosch—kept things tight, while spinners Maharaj and Harmer found some turn. But Rahul and Sundar weathered the storm, sticking to solid, disciplined batting. Play was finally halted at 4:35 pm due to bad light, with Bumrah's superb five-wicket haul being the standout performance of the day, putting India in a strong position at the end of the first day. Brief scores: South Africa: 159 all out in 55 overs (Aiden Markram 31, Ryan Rickelton 23; Jasprit Bumrah 5/27, Kuldeep Yadav 2/36) lead India 37/1 in 20 overs (KL Rahul 13 not out, Yashasvi Jaiswal 12; Marco Jansen 1/11) by 122 runs.

In the ongoing first Test match between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Jasprit Bumrah on Friday (Nov 14) took a five-for as the hosts dominated day 1. Bumrah's heroics helped the hosts bundle out South Africa for a total of 159 despite a decent start. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav also took two wickets each. For South Africa, opener Aiden Markram top scored with 31 runs, while Tony de Zorzi and Wiaan Mulder contributed with 24 runs each.&nbsp;&nbsp;It will be a great opportunity for Indian batters to consolidate on the start as they look to dominate the World Test Champions.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ipl-2026-tim-southee-joins-three-time-champions-kolkata-knight-riders-as-bowling-coach-1763109711544">Tim Southee joins three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders as bowling coach</a><h2>What happened in the match?</h2>After winning the toss, South Africa chose to bat first. Openers Aiden Markram (31) and Ryan Rickelton (23) gave their side a decent start. However, India’s Jasprit Bumrah struck early and put the visitors under pressure. After the openers, Wiaan Mulder and Tony de Zorzi tried to rebuild the innings but failes, as visitors managed to made only 159 runs in their first innings.&nbsp;For India, Bumrah was the star with the ball, taking a five-wicket haul for just 27 runs. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav also picked up two wickets each, while Axar Patel added one wicket and helped India to keep Proteas to a modest total.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-1st-test-you-prepare-for-the-worst-you-play-for-the-best-hashim-amla-s-advice-for-south-african-batters-facing-spin-1763114020193">IND vs SA 1st Test: 'You prepare for the worst, you play for the best': Hashim Amla's advice for South African batters facing spin</a>&nbsp;At the time of writing, India were 28/1 after 10 overs, with KL Rahul and Washington Sundar at the crease. Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed by Marco Jansen for 12 runs. With only a few overs left in the day, India will aim to finish strongly without losing more wickets. Meanwhile, South Africa will hope for another breakthrough to carry momentum into the next day.

It will be a great opportunity for Indian batters to consolidate on the start as they look to dominate the World Test Champions. 

In the ongoing first Test match between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Jasprit Bumrah on Friday (Nov 14) took a five-for as the hosts dominated day 1. Bumrah's heroics helped the hosts bundle out South Africa for a total of 159 despite a decent start. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav also took two wickets each. For South Africa, opener Aiden Markram top scored with 31 runs, while Tony de Zorzi and Wiaan Mulder contributed with 24 runs each. It will be a great opportunity for Indian batters to consolidate on the start as they look to dominate the World Test Champions. Also Read - Tim Southee joins three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders as bowling coach What happened in the match? After winning the toss, South Africa chose to bat first. Openers Aiden Markram (31) and Ryan Rickelton (23) gave their side a decent start. However, India’s Jasprit Bumrah struck early and put the visitors under pressure. After the openers, Wiaan Mulder and Tony de Zorzi tried to rebuild the innings but failes, as visitors managed to made only 159 runs in their first innings. For India, Bumrah was the star with the ball, taking a five-wicket haul for just 27 runs. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav also picked up two wickets each, while Axar Patel added one wicket and helped India to keep Proteas to a modest total. Also Read - IND vs SA 1st Test: 'You prepare for the worst, you play for the best': Hashim Amla's advice for South African batters facing spin At the time of writing, India were 28/1 after 10 overs, with KL Rahul and Washington Sundar at the crease. Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed by Marco Jansen for 12 runs. With only a few overs left in the day, India will aim to finish strongly without losing more wickets. Meanwhile, South Africa will hope for another breakthrough to carry momentum into the next day.

It will be a great opportunity for Indian batters to consolidate on the start as they look to dominate the World Test Champions.&nbsp;

IND vs SA, 1st Test: Bumrah five-for helps India bundle out Proteas for 159

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India will take on Australia in the fifth and final T20I at the Gabba in Brisbane on Saturday (Nov 8). With the series currently standing at 2-1 in India’s favour, the visitors will look to seal the series, while Australia will be aiming to level it. India were dominant in the previous match at Gold Coast, registering a 48-run win to take the lead in the five-match contest.<h2>Bumrah is on the verge of creating history</h2>As the teams get ready for the final clash, all eyes will be on Jasprit Bumrah, who is just one wicket away from achieving a major milestone in his remarkable career. The Indian pace spearhead needs one more wicket to become the first Indian fast bowler to take 100 wickets in all three formats of international cricket — Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/after-asia-cup-2025-india-avoid-handshake-with-pakistan-again-during-hong-kong-sixes-clash-1762527452021"> After Asia Cup 2025, India avoid handshake with Pakistan again during Hong Kong Sixes clash</a>&nbsp;Bumrah has already picked up 95 wickets in 50 Test matches, 149 wickets in 89 ODIs, and 99 wickets in 79 T20Is. This means he could reach the 100-wicket mark in T20Is on Saturday (Nov 8), completing 100 wickets across formats, something no other Indian pacer has done before.&nbsp;Known for his deadly yorkers and calmness under pressure, Bumrah has been a key player for India across formats. His best bowling figures in Tests stand at 6/27, while in ODIs, he has taken 6/19. In T20Is, his best spell is 3/7, showing his consistency and control in the shortest format as well.&nbsp;With the series on the line, India will hope their bowlers continue to deliver, while the batters look to maintain their aggressive approach. Australia, on the other hand, will be eager to bounce back at home and finish the series on level terms.

 With the series currently standing at 2-1 in India’s favour, the visitors will look to seal the series, while Australia will be aiming to level it. India were dominant in the previous match at Gold Coast, registering a 48-run win to take the lead in the five-match contest.

India will take on Australia in the fifth and final T20I at the Gabba in Brisbane on Saturday (Nov 8). With the series currently standing at 2-1 in India’s favour, the visitors will look to seal the series, while Australia will be aiming to level it. India were dominant in the previous match at Gold Coast, registering a 48-run win to take the lead in the five-match contest. Bumrah is on the verge of creating history As the teams get ready for the final clash, all eyes will be on Jasprit Bumrah, who is just one wicket away from achieving a major milestone in his remarkable career. The Indian pace spearhead needs one more wicket to become the first Indian fast bowler to take 100 wickets in all three formats of international cricket — Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Also read | After Asia Cup 2025, India avoid handshake with Pakistan again during Hong Kong Sixes clash Bumrah has already picked up 95 wickets in 50 Test matches, 149 wickets in 89 ODIs, and 99 wickets in 79 T20Is. This means he could reach the 100-wicket mark in T20Is on Saturday (Nov 8), completing 100 wickets across formats, something no other Indian pacer has done before. Known for his deadly yorkers and calmness under pressure, Bumrah has been a key player for India across formats. His best bowling figures in Tests stand at 6/27, while in ODIs, he has taken 6/19. In T20Is, his best spell is 3/7, showing his consistency and control in the shortest format as well. With the series on the line, India will hope their bowlers continue to deliver, while the batters look to maintain their aggressive approach. Australia, on the other hand, will be eager to bounce back at home and finish the series on level terms.

&nbsp;With the series currently standing at 2-1 in India’s favour, the visitors will look to seal the series, while Australia will be aiming to level it. India were dominant in the previous match at Gold Coast, registering a 48-run win to take the lead in the five-match contest.

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Australian captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and elected to field first in the first T20I against India at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian team sees ace quick Jasprit Bumrah returning to the side, and India’s highest wicket-taker in this format, Arshdeep Singh, finds no place in the playing XI. Besides, for the hosts, Josh Hazlewood leads the pace attack, with Nathan Ellis and Xavier Bartlett backing him up. Marcus Stoinis and Tim David return to the T20I side. Bad news for India, however, is that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the first three games due to a left quadriceps injury sustained during the second ODI in Adelaide.&nbsp;Here are the two sides for the series opener -&nbsp;India - Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(captain), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah&nbsp;Australia - Mitchell Marsh (captain), Travis Head, Josh Inglis(w), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Philippe, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Hazlewood&nbsp;“We are going to bowl first. It’s a good surface. I think most times we come to Canberra, it’s always a great surface, beautiful ground, and it’s going to be a stellar crowd, so I’m looking forward to it,” Marsh said at the toss.&nbsp;Considering several changes to Australia’s T20I squad for this series, the hosts picked up a potent XI for the series opener. Praising the Indian Team for their recent success in this format, Marsh said, “As we know, India are the number one-ranked side in the world for a reason, so I’m certainly up and about for the contest.”&nbsp;Also read | <a href="‘His performance said it all,’ Bengal coach backs Mohammed Shami for India return after Ranji heroics">‘His performance said it all,’ Bengal coach backs Mohammed Shami for India return after Ranji heroics</a> &nbsp;On the other hand, Suryakumar, the Indian captain, admitted to wanting to bat first only if he had won the toss. &nbsp;“We were looking to bat first. I mean, it looks like a good wicket. And I heard from our analysts that there have not been a lot of games played here. Might get slower in the second innings. So, yeah, we wanted to bat first,” he said. &nbsp;Speaking on picking up the best XI from this squad, Surya said it’s not a bad headache to have, while mentioning who all missed out on the playing XI. &nbsp;“Big headache, yeah. It's a good headache. It's not a bad headache. It's a good headache to have. But yeah, good to have so many options. The guys who are missing out are Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep and Nitish,” he continued.

Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the first three games due to a left quadriceps injury sustained during the second ODI in Adelaide.

Australian captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and elected to field first in the first T20I against India at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian team sees ace quick Jasprit Bumrah returning to the side, and India’s highest wicket-taker in this format, Arshdeep Singh, finds no place in the playing XI. Besides, for the hosts, Josh Hazlewood leads the pace attack, with Nathan Ellis and Xavier Bartlett backing him up. Marcus Stoinis and Tim David return to the T20I side. Bad news for India, however, is that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the first three games due to a left quadriceps injury sustained during the second ODI in Adelaide. Here are the two sides for the series opener - India - Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(captain), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah Australia - Mitchell Marsh (captain), Travis Head, Josh Inglis(w), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Philippe, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Hazlewood “We are going to bowl first. It’s a good surface. I think most times we come to Canberra, it’s always a great surface, beautiful ground, and it’s going to be a stellar crowd, so I’m looking forward to it,” Marsh said at the toss. Considering several changes to Australia’s T20I squad for this series, the hosts picked up a potent XI for the series opener. Praising the Indian Team for their recent success in this format, Marsh said, “As we know, India are the number one-ranked side in the world for a reason, so I’m certainly up and about for the contest.” Also read | ‘His performance said it all,’ Bengal coach backs Mohammed Shami for India return after Ranji heroics On the other hand, Suryakumar, the Indian captain, admitted to wanting to bat first only if he had won the toss. “We were looking to bat first. I mean, it looks like a good wicket. And I heard from our analysts that there have not been a lot of games played here. Might get slower in the second innings. So, yeah, we wanted to bat first,” he said. Speaking on picking up the best XI from this squad, Surya said it’s not a bad headache to have, while mentioning who all missed out on the playing XI. “Big headache, yeah. It's a good headache. It's not a bad headache. It's a good headache to have. But yeah, good to have so many options. The guys who are missing out are Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep and Nitish,” he continued.

Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the first three games due to a left quadriceps injury sustained during the second ODI in Adelaide.

IND vs AUS 1st T20I: Australia win toss and field first; Bumrah returns, no Arshdeep

After a failed attempt at sealing the recently concluded three-match ODIs against Australia, Team India will switch attention to the T20I series starting on Wednesday (Oct 29) at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The 2025 Asia Cup-winning squad has prepared hard to take on the mighty Aussies across five matches, scheduled to be staged on the east coast. While Jasprit Bumrah’s return is the biggest talking point from the Indian camp, Australia received a boost with Josh Inglis’ comeback to the T20I team, having earlier missed the ODI series due to an injury.&nbsp;Here are the match preview, live streaming details and the predicted playing XIs of both teams for the series opener in Canberra.<h2>Match Preview –</h2>Both India and Australia will enter this series on the back of their respective successive T20I campaigns. With one eye on next year’s T20 World Cup in the subcontinent, the two heavyweights will work on assembling the best XI for the global tournament, preparations for which will get underway with this five-match series. &nbsp;Despite missing out on several A-listers, including the retired seamer Mitchell Starc, injured Test captain Pat Cummins and all-rounder Cameron Green, who skips this series to prepare for the home Ashes, the hosts have plenty of firepower in their squad for the marquee India T20Is. While Glenn Maxwell returns to the team for the final three matches, Australia have included two monster hitters in Marcus Stoinis and Tim David, not to mention considering Travis Head at the top.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australian-captain-pat-cummins-resumes-bowling-in-quest-to-return-for-second-ashes-test-brisbane-aus-vs-eng-1761709268957">Australian captain Cummins resumes bowling in quest to be fit for second Ashes Test</a> &nbsp;Their bowling remains daunting too, with Josh Hazlewood leading the attack for the first two matches and T20 specialists Nathan Ellis and Xavier Bartlett joining him. Tanveer Sangha could also be among the starters on Wednesday. &nbsp;On the other hand, the touring Indian Team has some rockstars waiting to unleash themselves on the Australian soil. From opener Abhishek Sharma to all-rounder Shivam Dube and batter Rinku Singh, the newcomers cannot wait to display their skills against the Australians.&nbsp; &nbsp;Bumrah’s return to the side, however, remains the top talking point across both camps. Leading the attack alongside Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana, with Kuldeep Yadav, mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy and Axar Patel aiding with the spin, Suryakumar Yadav’s team must be confident heading into this crucial series.<h3>When and where to watch IND vs AUS 1st T20I –</h3>The first of the five T20Is gets underway at the Manuka Oval in Canberra, with the game starting at 1:45 PM IST.&nbsp; &nbsp;Those watching in India can switch to Star Sports network on TV and JioHotstar app and website for online streaming. &nbsp;Predicted Playing XIs of both teams – &nbsp;India – Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Sanju Samson (wk), Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy &nbsp;Australia – Mitchell Marsh (captain), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Sean Abbott, Tanveer Sangha, Nathan Ellis, Xavier Bartlett and Matthew Kuhnemann

India and Australia will square off in the five-match T20I series starting on Wednesday in Canberra.

After a failed attempt at sealing the recently concluded three-match ODIs against Australia, Team India will switch attention to the T20I series starting on Wednesday (Oct 29) at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The 2025 Asia Cup-winning squad has prepared hard to take on the mighty Aussies across five matches, scheduled to be staged on the east coast. While Jasprit Bumrah’s return is the biggest talking point from the Indian camp, Australia received a boost with Josh Inglis’ comeback to the T20I team, having earlier missed the ODI series due to an injury. Here are the match preview, live streaming details and the predicted playing XIs of both teams for the series opener in Canberra. Match Preview – Both India and Australia will enter this series on the back of their respective successive T20I campaigns. With one eye on next year’s T20 World Cup in the subcontinent, the two heavyweights will work on assembling the best XI for the global tournament, preparations for which will get underway with this five-match series. Despite missing out on several A-listers, including the retired seamer Mitchell Starc, injured Test captain Pat Cummins and all-rounder Cameron Green, who skips this series to prepare for the home Ashes, the hosts have plenty of firepower in their squad for the marquee India T20Is. While Glenn Maxwell returns to the team for the final three matches, Australia have included two monster hitters in Marcus Stoinis and Tim David, not to mention considering Travis Head at the top. Also read | Australian captain Cummins resumes bowling in quest to be fit for second Ashes Test Their bowling remains daunting too, with Josh Hazlewood leading the attack for the first two matches and T20 specialists Nathan Ellis and Xavier Bartlett joining him. Tanveer Sangha could also be among the starters on Wednesday. On the other hand, the touring Indian Team has some rockstars waiting to unleash themselves on the Australian soil. From opener Abhishek Sharma to all-rounder Shivam Dube and batter Rinku Singh, the newcomers cannot wait to display their skills against the Australians. Bumrah’s return to the side, however, remains the top talking point across both camps. Leading the attack alongside Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana, with Kuldeep Yadav, mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy and Axar Patel aiding with the spin, Suryakumar Yadav’s team must be confident heading into this crucial series. When and where to watch IND vs AUS 1st T20I – The first of the five T20Is gets underway at the Manuka Oval in Canberra, with the game starting at 1:45 PM IST. Those watching in India can switch to Star Sports network on TV and JioHotstar app and website for online streaming. Predicted Playing XIs of both teams – India – Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Sanju Samson (wk), Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy Australia – Mitchell Marsh (captain), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Sean Abbott, Tanveer Sangha, Nathan Ellis, Xavier Bartlett and Matthew Kuhnemann

India and Australia will square off in the five-match T20I series starting on Wednesday in Canberra.

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Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has termed Jasprit Bumrah as the 'most skillful bowler' country has ever produced. The comments come on the eve of first of five T20Is against Australia. Bumrah makes a comeback to the side after sitting out the three-match ODI series which India lost 1-2. Bumrah last played for India in Asia Cup 2025 which India won by beating arch-rival Pakistan in the final. It is not sure if Bumrah will play all five matches owing to his workload management, but the pacer's presence surely boosts India's bowling line-up after recent criticism over performance in ODIs.<h2>Pathan praises Bumrah before Australia T20Is</h2>“Bumrah’s economy of 6 is simply unbelievable. According to me India has never had a more skillful bowler. There hasn’t been a more skillful bowler produced by India than Jasprit Bumrah. Don’t know about the future, but currently, there is no comparison. Wherever his role is very important in the T20Is, like the new ball, 1-2 overs in the middle and the at the end 1-1. Combination will be important and we’ll see how Suryakumar Yadav uses Bumrah,” said Pathan on his YouTube channel.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/travis-head-doesn-t-want-batters-chewing-up-balls-as-australia-aim-maiden-t20i-series-win-vs-india-at-home-1761660190474">Travis Head doesn't want batters 'chewing up balls' as Australia aim maiden T20I series win vs India at home</a><h2>Bumrah's performance in Australia</h2>Bumrah has played only six T20Is against Australia in Australia - three each in 2016 and 2018. In those six matches, the premier pacer has taken eight wickets. Bumrah, however, isn't the same pacer he was in 2018 - he has leaps and bounds ahead in skill and ability from where he was nearly seven years ago.His last match in Australia was a Test in Sydney in January earlier this year during which he suffered a stress fracture in his back. The injury kept him out for long before he made a comeback in IPL 2025. Since then, Bumrah has played pivotal role in India drawing five-Test series in England 2-2 under Shubman Gill and in Asia Cup 2025.

His last match in Australia was a Test in Sydney in January earlier this year during which he suffered a stress fracture in his back. The injury kept him out for long before he made a comeback in IPL 2025.

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has termed Jasprit Bumrah as the 'most skillful bowler' country has ever produced. The comments come on the eve of first of five T20Is against Australia. Bumrah makes a comeback to the side after sitting out the three-match ODI series which India lost 1-2. Bumrah last played for India in Asia Cup 2025 which India won by beating arch-rival Pakistan in the final. It is not sure if Bumrah will play all five matches owing to his workload management, but the pacer's presence surely boosts India's bowling line-up after recent criticism over performance in ODIs. Pathan praises Bumrah before Australia T20Is “Bumrah’s economy of 6 is simply unbelievable. According to me India has never had a more skillful bowler. There hasn’t been a more skillful bowler produced by India than Jasprit Bumrah. Don’t know about the future, but currently, there is no comparison. Wherever his role is very important in the T20Is, like the new ball, 1-2 overs in the middle and the at the end 1-1. Combination will be important and we’ll see how Suryakumar Yadav uses Bumrah,” said Pathan on his YouTube channel. Also Read - Travis Head doesn't want batters 'chewing up balls' as Australia aim maiden T20I series win vs India at home Bumrah's performance in Australia Bumrah has played only six T20Is against Australia in Australia - three each in 2016 and 2018. In those six matches, the premier pacer has taken eight wickets. Bumrah, however, isn't the same pacer he was in 2018 - he has leaps and bounds ahead in skill and ability from where he was nearly seven years ago. His last match in Australia was a Test in Sydney in January earlier this year during which he suffered a stress fracture in his back. The injury kept him out for long before he made a comeback in IPL 2025. Since then, Bumrah has played pivotal role in India drawing five-Test series in England 2-2 under Shubman Gill and in Asia Cup 2025.

His last match in Australia was a Test in Sydney in January earlier this year during which he suffered a stress fracture in his back. The injury kept him out for long before he made a comeback in IPL 2025.

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