India’s captain Jasprit Bumrah, leading the team in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, has been dealing with a back spasm, according to teammate Prasidh Krishna. “Jasprit Bumrah has a back spasm. The medical team is monitoring him, so let’s see,” Krishna told Revsportz.
Bumrah’s condition has raised concerns about his ability to continue contributing in the crucial Test match.
Jasprit Bumrah has a back spasm. Medical team is monitoring him so let's see: Prasidh Krishna
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Earlier Developments:
- Bumrah left the field multiple times on Day 2, bowling just one over after lunch before heading to the dressing room for treatment.
- Reports indicated that Bumrah was taken for scans, with visuals showing him leaving the stadium in casual attire and heading to the hospital.
- Despite Bumrah’s limited involvement, Indian bowlers delivered a spirited performance, bowling Australia out for 181 in their first innings and securing a slender lead of four runs.
Match Summary:
At stumps on Day 2, India held a lead of 145 runs. Key performances included:
- Australia’s First Innings: Debutant Webster top-scored with a fifty, but the team struggled against India’s bowlers, particularly Prasidh Krishna and Nitish Kumar Reddy.
- India’s Second Innings: After a strong start, India stumbled to 78 for 4 before Rishabh Pant counter-attacked with a blistering 61 off 33 balls.
India will look to extend their lead early on Day 3, but Bumrah’s fitness remains a critical factor that could influence the game’s outcome.
