Bumrah Rues Missed Opportunity of Bowling on 'Spiciest Wicket of the Series'

India's stand-in skipper and the best bowler of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, Jasprit Bumrah, expressed frustration at missing out on bowling in the just-concluded Sydney Test where India lost by six wickets to surrender the famed trophy for the first time in 10 years.

Bumrah left the SCG with an injury concern and couldn't bowl for the rest of the fixture due to a back spasm. The visitors missed him dearly in the second innings, where they lost their remaining four wickets inside the first hour of Day 3, with a small total of 162 to defend.

Despite the loss, Bumrah reflected on the series, stating that it was well-fought and that the team gained valuable experience. He emphasized the importance of adapting to the situation and making the game work in a different manner. Bumrah also praised his teammates, saying that they showed a lot of talent and that the learnings from the tour will help them in the future.

Bumrah's performance in the series was phenomenal, with 151.2 overs bowled across the five Tests and 32 wickets at an incredible average of 13.06. His head coach, Gautam Gambhir, praised Bumrah's leadership and performance, saying that he had a phenomenal series and was helped by his teammates.

Bumrah's thoughts on the series:

• He missed out on bowling in the Sydney Test due to a back spasm.
• The team was well-fought, but ultimately lost the series.
• The team gained valuable experience and will use it to improve in the future.
• Bumrah praised his teammates for their talent and adaptability.
• He emphasized the importance of adapting to the situation and making the game work in a different manner.

Bumrah's performance statistics:

• 151.2 overs bowled across the five Tests.
• 32 wickets at an incredible average of 13.06.
• Led the team in its one win of the series in Perth.