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In a match full of moments of high drama and skill, jasprit bumrahIndia’s first fast bowler, not only delivered a devastating delivery but also a spirited dismissal to the young Australian debutant Constas himself during the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
Jasprit Bumrah cleans up Sam Konstas with a beauty
The incident occurred early on the fourth day of the Test when Bumrah, known for his accuracy and often restrained celebrations, bowled an inswinger that smashed Konstas’ middle stump. Konstas, who had shown remarkable aggression against Bumrah during Australia’s first innings, was dismissed for just eight runs in the second Test.
The delivery was a masterclass in seam bowling; fell on a good length, came back sharply between Konstas’ bat and pad, and clipped the top of middle stump. This dismissal was a stark contrast to Konstas’ first innings performance, where he had scored a blistering 60 off 65 balls, including two sixes from Bumrah, becoming the first in almost four years to hit a six India in Test cricket.
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After the ball went through Konstas’ defence, the normally reserved Bumrah erupted in celebration. He turned to the crowd, urging them to roar in approval with a dramatic gesture, mimicking the celebrations Konstas himself had done during India’s innings. This dismissal was seen as a direct response to Konstas’ antics on the third day, when he rallied the crowd while playing near the boundary rope, a gesture that Bumrah clearly hadn’t forgotten.
Here is the video:
MEDIUM STOCK! Jasprit Bumrah gets Sam Konstas with a pearler. #AUSWIND | #DeliveredWithSpeed | @NBN_Australia pic.twitter.com/A1BzrcHJB8
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2024
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Bumrah’s performance in this series has been stellar, showing 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 a young and fearless Konstas who has been making waves since his Test debut.
