Tuesday, July 14
In the final moments of Day 1 of the fifth Test in Sydney, Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah had a heated exchange with Australian teenager Sam Konstas. Bumrah dismissed Usman Khawaja, gaining the upper hand. India had earlier scored 185, while Australia was 9 for one at the end of the day.
Sam Konstas, an unknown figure until the Boxing Day Test, has ignited intense encounters in the Border Gavaskar Trophy with his audacious play and confrontations with Indian greats Jasprit Bumrah and Virat Kohli. On Friday, the first day of the concluding Test of the series in Sydney, another episode in the India vs Konstas face-offs rolled out.
Jasprit Bumrah has taken 31 wickets in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia, matching Bishan Singh Bedi's record for most wickets by an Indian bowler in an away Test series. Bumrah's performance keeps India's hopes alive as they aim to retain the trophy by winning the Sydney Test to end the series at 2-2.
India suffered a 184-run defeat against Australia in the Boxing Day Test, but Nitish Kumar Reddy shone with his maiden Test century while batting at No. 8. Reddy's crucial 127-run partnership with Washington Sundar helped India avoid a follow-on. He later expressed his joy in a heartfelt moment with his father.
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan on Friday praised Rishabh Pant for his brave performance on a challenging SCG pitch in the fifth and final Test against Australia. Pant scored 40 runs despite several painful blows, demonstrating courage and restraint on Day 1. Pathan emphasised the importance of Pant's effort in the context of the match against Australia.
Sam Konstas, an unknown figure, ignites intense encounters in the Border Gavaskar Trophy with his audacious play and confrontations with Indian players Jasprit Bumrah and Virat Kohli. Konstas's aggressive intent and skill in facing world-class bowlers have added spice to the series and irked the Indian cricket squad.
Jasprit Bumrah's stellar performances in the ongoing 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy highlight his exceptional skills and endurance. With 31 wickets and critical lower-order runs, he has led India's bowling attack and contributed significantly with the bat. Bumrah’s consistent efforts, including a key wicket and vital runs, have placed India in a strong position.
Beau Webster debuted for Australia in the fifth Test against India in Sydney. His family's hurried trip to Sydney caused a viral social media request for a dog sitter. Webster, called up just 24 hours before the Test, bowled 13 overs without taking a wicket. Australia ended Day 1 at 9 for one after dismissing India for 185.
