Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah delivered another sensational performance during the third Test against Australia in Brisbane, claiming 6 wickets for 76 runs. This remarkable spell marked Bumrah’s 12th five-wicket haul in Test cricket and his eighth against the formidable ‘SENA’ nations — South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia, a record for his team.
Jasprit Bumrah’s heroics etched his name in the record books as he overtook Indian legend Kapil Dev, who had taken seven five-wicket hauls against ‘SENA’ nations. With this achievement, Bumrah now leads the chart, further cementing his reputation as one of India’s most impactful fast bowlers.
| Most Five-Wicket Hauls Against SENA Nations (India) |
|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah – 8 |
| Kapil Dev – 7 |
The talented pacer also passed Zaheer Khan for most five-wicket hauls in tests with his heroics.
| Player | 5-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|
| Kapil Dev | 23 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 12 |
| Zaheer Khan | 11 |
| Ishant Sharma | 11 |
| Javagal Srinath | 10 |
Despite Jasprit Bumrah holding up his end, Australia’s batters have dominated much of third test match. Travis Head was the standout performer for his side, smashing a breath-taking 152, while Steve Smith anchored the innings with a patient 101. Alex Carey added 70 as Australia finished their innings on 445.
India, facing an uphill challenge succumbed to 51/4 at the close of play on Day 3.
With the series tied at 1-1, the Brisbane Test holds the key to determining the victor of this fiercely contested series. While Australia dominated with the bat, Jasprit Bumrah’s record-breaking performance gives India a glimmer of hope as they aim to claw their way back into the match.
A negative result could spell end of India’s challenge for the World Test Championship this time.
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