IND vs AUS T20 Series Update
Team India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, leveled the series 1-1 on November 2. The first T20I was abandoned due to rain, Australia won the second match, and the series remains open with two games left.
Jasprit Bumrah Nears Milestone
India’s fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is close to reaching a significant milestone. With 98 wickets so far, he stands joint-second among Indian T20I bowlers alongside Hardik Pandya, who is absent due to injury. Arshdeep Singh leads the group with 104 wickets and is currently the only Indian in the 100-wicket club in T20 internationals.
If Bumrah takes two more wickets, he will join Arshdeep in this exclusive group.
Players’ Contributions and Team Dynamics
Both Bumrah and Arshdeep played key roles in India's T20 World Cup victory. However, since Rahul Dravid took over as coach, Arshdeep’s chances have been limited. Yet, the left-arm pacer impressed with a stellar spell of 3/35 in the third T20I, signaling his readiness.
“Hopefully we will see him in the playing XI in the last two games.”
Bumrah’s bowling figures include 2/26 in the second match and 0/26 in the third, with no opportunity to bowl in the rain-affected first game. Despite fewer wickets, his overall economy rate in the series remains a strong 6.5 runs per over.
Looking Ahead to the T20 World Cup
With the T20 World Cup just three months away, the combination of Bumrah and Arshdeep could prove to be particularly potent, especially in home conditions.
“The pair of Bumrah plus Arshdeep could be a deadly combo especially in home conditions.”
Author's summary: Jasprit Bumrah edges closer to joining Arshdeep Singh in India’s elite 100-wicket club, highlighting their crucial roles as India gears up for the T20 World Cup showdown.