Jasprit Bumrah shines in Chennai heat, leading India’s bowling attack against Bangladesh

Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery bowling spell in Chennai has left Bangladesh reeling in the first Test of the series. Bumrah, who claimed four crucial wickets, led India’s attack and helped dismantle Bangladesh’s batting line-up, putting India in a dominant position.

The scorching Chennai heat was no match for Bumrah’s blistering pace and accuracy. His performance, which saw him reach 400 international wickets, made him the fifth-fastest Indian bowler to achieve this feat. His ability to move the ball both early and late in the innings, particularly with the old ball, proved too much for Bangladesh to handle.

Key moments in Bumrah’s spell included the dismissal of Hasan Mahmud just before the tea break, with a perfectly placed delivery that left Mahmud with no escape. Bumrah’s lethal combination of pace and movement reduced Bangladesh to 112 for 8, with only Shakib Al Hasan (32) and Litton Das (22) offering brief resistance.

Bumrah’s control with the old ball was another standout feature of his performance. His four wickets for just 50 runs, at an economy rate of 4.50, showcased his mastery in all phases of the game. His home record with the old ball is particularly impressive, with 24 wickets at an average of just 10.6.

India’s bowlers, led by Bumrah, made quick work of Bangladesh’s batting, dismissing them for a meager total in just over one and a half sessions. As India eyes victory in the series, Bumrah’s world-class form will be crucial in keeping Bangladesh under pressure.

With India in control, Bumrah’s consistency and skill will continue to play a key role as the series progresses.