Tuesday, July 14
The second day of the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground witnessed intense action as Australia, after bowling out India for 185, faced early setbacks. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj delivered crucial blows, with Siraj's impressive over causing Australia's top order to collapse, increasing pressure as the series decider continues.
India's star bowler Jasprit Bumrah broke Bishan Singh Bedi's record for the most wickets by an Indian in a Test series in Australia. Bumrah's 32 wickets in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy surpass Bedi's 31 from the 1977/78 series. India is aiming to tie the series to retain the trophy. Bumrah claimed his 32nd wicket by dismissing Marnus Labuschagne with a length delivery that moved away late, drawing a faint edge to wicketkeeper Alex Carey.
Jasprit Bumrah has proven to be a challenge for wicketkeepers like Rishabh Pant due to his unique bowling angles. Bumrah equaled Bishan Singh Bedi's record for most wickets by an Indian in an away Test series during the Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald raised concerns over India's 'intimidating' celebrations during Usman Khawaja's dismissal in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy match in Sydney. He focused on ensuring non-striker Sam Konstas was mentally prepared, citing the incident's potential psychological impact despite no formal charges against India.
Sunil Gavaskar criticized overseas complaints about Indian pitches after 15 wickets fell on the second day of the fifth Test at SCG. He pointed out the double standards in pitch critiques, stating that Indian players toughen it out abroad without complaining. Rishabh Pant's rapid half-century helped India lead by 145 runs with four wickets remaining.
India pacer Prasidh Krishna provided a major update on Jasprit Bumrah's condition after he left the field with a back spasm during the fifth Test match against Australia. Bumrah underwent scans, and the medical team is monitoring his progress. Krishna also excelled, taking three crucial wickets, contributing significantly to India's strong bowling performance.
Jasprit Bumrah missed almost three hours of play on Day 2 of the fifth Test due to a back spasm and was taken for precautionary scans. While he might be fit to bat, his bowling status will be assessed in the morning. India currently leads by 145 runs, with Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar at the crease.
Sydney witnessed a dramatic Day 2 of the SCG Test, with fifteen wickets falling, Jasprit Bumrah's injury scare, and notable performances, including Rishabh Pant's quick-fire fifty. India led by 145 runs, aiming to keep their World Test Championship hopes alive and retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy despite trailing the series 2-1.
