In the fourth ongoing trial Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Jasprit Bumrah he showed off his exceptional bowling skills on Day 4, leaving cricket fans in awe. The Indian pacer did very well, especially with his display of speed against the Australian batsman-wicketkeeper. Alex Carey. The competition has been very exciting, with all the teams competing for the top spot as they seek to gain an advantage in the competition.
A terrible start to Day 4 for India
The day began with Team India looking to make a quick inroad into the Australian line-up. Bumrah and his fellow seamers did not slow down, and struck early by removing the Australian openers cheaply. Bumrah's first victory came when he left Konstas himselfwhen Mohammed Siraj quickly followed and removed Usman Khawaja. Despite these early challenges, Australia managed to push ahead by 150 runs, setting India a tough target.
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Jasprit Bumrah bamboozles Alex Carey with a stunning delivery
The highlight of Bumrah's day came in Australia's second innings when he bowled Carey off the last ball of the 36th over. The ball went up a good length and bounced back hard after hitting the ground. Carey tried to drive it through the covers but was caught off guard by the movement, causing the edge to crash into the stumps. This delivery not only showcased Bumrah's talent but also emphasized his ability to deceive even the most seasoned batsmen.
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Australia lost 4-11 in 21 balls and Jasprit Bumrah took 3-3 in 11 balls! #AUSWIN | | #PlayOfTheDay | | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/s8g9lSamrF
– cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2024
Australian fall after lunch
After lunch, Australia found themselves at 53/2, leading by 158 runs, and Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith at the crease. However, the second innings fell flat as Bumrah continued to destroy. He took three wickets in a row, losing Travis Head because 1 run is Mitchell Marsh to the duck. This flurry of wickets left Australia reeling at 135/6 before Tea, with Bumrah reaching the milestone of 200 Test wickets in just 44 matches.
India's bowling strategy is Australia's answer
Bumrah's performance was crucial to keep the pressure on the Australian batting line-up. His unique bowling style and ability to create swing and seam have made him one of the most feared players in world cricket. As noted by former players and analysts, his unpredictable nature often leaves batsmen unsettled, especially those who have never met him. After Australia lost four wickets for just 11 runs off just 22 balls in this session, it was clear that Bumrah's presence had a huge impact on the game.
India wants to chase Australia to a manageable target, well aware of the stakes. The match is tied 1-1, and a win in this match will increase India's chances of reaching the final ICC World Test Championship (WTC) last in 2025. At the start of the match, India were bowled out for 369, adding just 11 runs to their overnight total. A dispute arose during their innings when Mohammed Siraj it looked like it was going well for the third bowler to dominate the ball, leaving the Australian bowlers frustrated.