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The fifth test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 it has been no less dramatic, with the clash between Indiathe master of rhythm jasprit bumrah i Australiathe opening debutant Constas himself taking center stage This heated rivalry added an extra layer of intensity to the already fierce competition.
Sam Konstas executes a daring reverse ramp to Jasprit Bumrah
The defining moment came during the 10th innings of Australia’s innings on Day 2 when Konstas, known for his fearless batting, boldly blasted a fine length delivery from Bumrah over the third man boundary. The shot, a reverse first, left the Indian fielders stunned and drew applause from the Sydney crowd. However, Bumrah’s reaction was a stark contrast to the onlookers’ delight. The pacer, already seething after an earlier verbal altercation with Konstas on Day 1, fixed the young batsman with a piercing look, making it clear the battle was far from over. The tension between the two players raised the stakes in an already exciting test match.
Here is the video:
There’s the ramp!
No third man and Konstas puts it there for a boundary #AUSWIN pic.twitter.com/Cbc4fsMXOH
— 7Cricket (@7Cricket) January 4, 2025
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The origins of tension: Day 1 Drama
The seeds of this rivalry were sown on day one, when Konstas got into a heated argument between Bumrah and Usman Khawaja. The exchange, which escalated to the point of requiring the umpire’s intervention, ended with Bumrah dismissing Khawaja on the last ball of the day. The young Australian, however, looked unfazed and carried his defiant attitude into Day 2, determined to challenge Bumrah at every opportunity.
Despite his audacious ramp shot, Konstas’ resistance was short-lived. Mohammed Siraj struck a vital blow in the 12th over, producing a well-angled delivery that took a thick edge off Konstas’ bat. KL Rahul at second slip made no mistake, completing a strong catch. Siraj celebrated with excitement, his aggressive fists echoing the energy of the Indian team, which had been fired up by the dismissal. Siraj’s breakthrough not only removed the young opener but also seemed to avenge the earlier skirmish with Bumrah, reasserting India’s grip on the game.
