Jasprit Bumrah, India’s stand-in captain, was forced to leave the field during the second session of Day 2 at the Sydney Test. After bowling only one over, he headed to a nearby hospital for scans. This abrupt departure left the team without its leader for the session.
Bumrah’s Impact Earlier in the Match
Before leaving the field, Bumrah made an impact with the ball. He claimed the wicket of Marnus Labuschagne, continuing his strong performance. Additionally, on Day 1, he had dismissed Usman Khawaja, setting a solid foundation for India.
Kohli Takes Over as Captain
With Bumrah unavailable, former captain Virat Kohli stepped in to lead the team. His experience and leadership skills allowed India to continue their efforts in Bumrah’s absence.
Bumrah’s Ongoing Contribution to the Series
Bumrah remains the top wicket-taker in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series, having claimed 32 wickets so far. Notably, he captained India in the series opener in Perth, where India won by 295 runs.
