In a stunning display of bowling, Jasprit Bumrah left Bangladesh’s Shadman Islam stunned with a delivery that defied expectations. Anticipating an out-swinger, Shadman was caught off guard when Bumrah switched tactics, bowling an in-swinger that sent the opener’s stumps flying. By the end of the first over, Bangladesh was in dire straits at 2/1.
Day 2 Highlights: Bangladesh Bowled Out for 149
On Day 2 of the first Test, Bumrah’s fiery performance continued to trouble the Bangladesh batting lineup, leaving them at 112 for 8 by tea. Chasing India’s formidable total of 376, Bangladesh ultimately fell short, bowled out for just 149 runs. This marked a significant collapse, as they failed to reach the follow-on target.
A Bowling Masterclass
India’s bowlers made a strong start, dismantling the Bangladeshi batting order early on. Akash Deep was particularly impactful, claiming two wickets in consecutive deliveries just before lunch. Bumrah’s dismissal of Shadman was followed by Akash’s quick scalps of Zakir Hasan (3) and Mominul Haque (0) on back-to-back balls. Although Mushfiqur Rahim survived Deep’s hat-trick attempt, he too fell victim to Bumrah shortly after, contributing to India’s growing dominance.
India’s Strong Batting Foundation
Before the bowling onslaught, India set a robust foundation with a total of 376 runs. Ravichandran Ashwin led the charge with a brilliant century, scoring 113 runs, and forming a formidable 199-run partnership with Ravindra Jadeja, who added a solid 86. Yashasvi Jaiswal also played a key role, contributing a half-century and helping stabilize the innings after the early dismissals of Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli.
Jaiswal’s Record-Breaking Performance
Yashasvi Jaiswal made headlines on Day 1 by becoming the first cricketer in the 147-year history of Test cricket to score over 750 runs in his first 10 innings at home. He broke the previous record held by West Indies’ George Headley, who scored 747 runs in 1935. This remarkable feat adds to the excitement surrounding his burgeoning career.
Fan Reactions
Bumrah’s menacing delivery did not go unnoticed by cricket fans. Social media buzzed with reactions, with one fan exclaiming, “He is fire,” while another hailed him as the “GOAT.” A user on X (formerly Twitter) remarked, “What a delivery,” emphasizing the impact Bumrah had on the game. Another fan wisely noted, “It’s never a good idea to leave Bumrah.”
Conclusion
As the Test match progresses, Jasprit Bumrah’s extraordinary performance has put India in a commanding position. With a substantial lead and a solid bowling attack, India looks poised to secure a convincing victory against Bangladesh. For more detailed coverage of Bumrah’s spectacular bowling and the ongoing Test, check out the article on Live Mint.
