Jasprit Bumrah delivered a match-changing spell on Day 1 of the first Test against Australia in Perth, leading India’s charge after a dismal 150-run total in their first innings. After India were bowled out quickly in the first two sessions, Bumrah took control in the final session, reducing Australia to 60/3 at stumps. He dismissed three of Australia’s top four, starting with debutant Nathan McSweeney, who was given not out initially after being struck on the pad. Bumrah reviewed the decision, and the ball-tracking system confirmed the dismissal.Jasprit Bumrah’s stunning spell amazed Wasim Akram, who couldn’t hide his excitement in the commentary box.
Bumrah’s excellent spell almost earned him a hat-trick, as he followed up with the wickets of Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith off consecutive deliveries. Travis Head survived the hat-trick ball, narrowly avoiding a stumping after an inside edge. Former cricketer Wasim Akram and commentator Kerry O’Keefe praised Bumrah for his outstanding performance, with Akram calling him “the best bowler in the world” and O’Keefe referring to his spell as the “most inspired fast bowling by a captain.” Jasprit Bumrah’s stunning spell amazed Wasim Akram, who couldn’t hide his excitement in the commentary box.
Earlier in the day, Australia’s fast bowlers dominated, particularly Josh Hazlewood, who took 4/29 in 13 overs. Australia’s disciplined lines and bounce caused trouble for India, with nine of India’s batters being dismissed caught behind. Marnus Labuschagne fell for a two-ball duck off Bumrah’s opening spell, although Virat Kohli dropped a tough catch at second slip. Jasprit Bumrah’s stunning spell amazed Wasim Akram, who couldn’t hide his excitement in the commentary box.
Australia’s relentless bowling performance left India in a vulnerable position, with no Indian batter able to establish a solid partnership. With Bumrah leading the charge, India’s pacers came back strongly to make a game of it after a dismal first innings.
