In a match full of high drama and skillful moments, jasprit bumrahIndia’s first fast bowler gave the young Australian debutant not only a devastating ball but also an animated send-off. Constas himself during the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
Jasprit Bumrah cleans up Sam Constas beautifully
The incident occurred early on the fourth day of the Test when Bumrah, known for his accuracy and often celebratory celebrations, collided with the fielder who broke Constas’ middle stump. Constas, who showed remarkable aggression against Bumrah during Australia’s first innings, was dismissed for just eight runs in the second essay.
The delivery was a masterclass in seam bowling; it was pitched on a good length, pulled sharply back between Constas’ bat and pad and clipped the top of middle stump. The dismissal came in stark contrast to Constas’ first innings performance, where he hit a blistering 60 off 65 balls, including two sixes off Bumrah, to become the first Indian to hit a six in Test cricket in nearly four years.
Duel of freaks: Bumrah-Constas rivalry at MCG
After the ball went through Constas’ defence, the usually reserved Bumrah erupted in celebration. He turned to the crowd and called for their approval with a dramatic gesture, mimicking the crowd celebrations that Constas had during India’s innings. The send-off was seen as a direct response to Constas’ antics as he rallied the crowd near the boundary rope on the third day, a gesture Bumrah apparently did not forget.
We present the video:
MEDIUM SMALL! Jasprit Bumrah gets Sam Constas with a pearl. #AUSWIND | #Delivered Fast | @NBN_Australia pic.twitter.com/A1BzrcHJB8
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2024
Also WATCH: AUS vs IND – Jasprit Bumrah bowls Alex Carey with a peach on Day 4 of the Boxing Day Test.
Bumrah’s performance in this series has been stellar, showcasing his pivotal role in India’s bowling attack. His ability to adapt his bowling to different conditions and opponents was on full display, especially against the young and fearless Constas, who has been making waves since his Test debut.
