In an interesting development for the Indian cricket team, their stand captain and first fast bowler, jasprit bumrahwas seen coming out Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Against the fifth and final test match during the second day Australia. The incident raised concerns about his fitness and potential impact on the outcome of the match.
Jasprit Bumrah’s departure from SCG
Bumrah has been the standout performer for India going on Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25around the lunch break, it was observed that he left the field with training equipment instead of traditional whites. In addition, videos of Bumrah getting into a car have gone viral on social media, suggesting that he was being taken for a medical check-up due to injury concerns. The move was confirmed by multiple sources and showed Bumrah not appearing in the whites after the first session, which ended with him bowling just one over after lunch.
We present the video:
Where is Jasprit Bumrah going 🤔?#AUSWIND pic.twitter.com/P0yD1Q8pnV
— 7Cricket (@7Cricket) January 4, 2025
Jasprit Bumrah left SCG: https://t.co/0nmjl6Qp2a pic.twitter.com/oQaygWRMyc
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 4, 2025
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Impact on the game
Bumrah’s absence could be a major blow to India’s chances in this crucial match as they fight to retain the Sarhad-Gavaskar trophy. With 32 wickets in the series, Bumrah has been the mainstay of India’s bowling attack, often turning the single-handed approach to his advantage.
Injury details
While the exact nature of Bumrah’s injury has not been revealed, there are speculations that it is related to his workload in the series. Known for his unique bowling action and pace, Bumrah had earlier faced injury scares in this series, especially in Adelaide. This time his pace dipped and he walked after bowling just one run in the second session, raising fears of a possible recurrence or fresh injury, particularly to his back or legs.
