Jasprit Bumrah ties Kapil Dev with seventh five-wicket haul in SENA countries
- Jasprit Bumrah took five wickets for 30 runs against Australia at Perth.
- Bumrah's performance tied him with Kapil Dev for the most five-wicket hauls in SENA countries.
- This performance further solidifies Bumrah's status as one of India's greatest bowlers.
In the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India faced Australia at Perth. Jasprit Bumrah represented India as their pace spearhead and delivered a remarkable performance taking five wickets for just 30 runs across 18 overs. His historic achievement marked his seventh five-wicket haul in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) countries, tying with cricket legend Kapil Dev, who also holds seven five-wicket hauls in the same locations. Australia batted first after losing the toss and managed to dominate the match, ending day one at 67 for 7 due to Bumrah's exceptional bowling. Despite Bumrah's efforts, the Indian batting lineup struggled, with only a few players reaching double digits, resulting in India being bowled out for 150. The Australian team, then, managed to take a lead of 46 runs over India, establishing a strong position in the match. On the second day of play, Australia managed to score a total of just 104 runs, aided by the valuable contributions of Nathan McSweeney and Usman Khawaja, enabling them to secure a commanding 337-run victory over India. The match showcased Bumrah's abilities as an exceptional all-condition bowler, having achieved five-wicket hauls in various international locations, enhancing his legacy in Indian cricket history.