Jasprit Bumrah Dismisses Konstas in Melbourne Test
The India-Australia rivalry hit new heights on Day 3 of the Melbourne Test. Jasprit Bumrah dismissed Australian opener Sam Konstas with a stunning delivery. At the historic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), the fiery Indian pacer set the tone early in the second innings. He rattled the Australians.
Bumrah’s Sensational Delivery Shocks Konstas
Jasprit Bumrah’s performance was the day’s highlight. He struck early in the second innings, dismissing Sam Konstas in the 7th over. Konstas had scored an impressive half-century in his debut innings. He tried to defend a back-of-the-length delivery from Bumrah. But, he left a small gap between his bat and pad.
The result? The ball sneaked through and smashed into the stumps. It sent the middle wicket cartwheeling. The delivery shifted momentum to India. It also began a thrilling spell by Bumrah.
Rivalry Rekindled: Bumrah’s Celebration Draws Attention
This dismissal mattered more due to a brewing rivalry between Bumrah and Konstas. In the first innings, Konstas dominated Indian bowlers, including Bumrah. He used fearless strokes to score a half-century. However, Bumrah got his revenge in spectacular fashion.
Bumrah added to the drama by mimicking Konstas’ first-innings celebration. He turned to the crowd and gestured for cheers. The move immediately grabbed headlines and intensified the competitive atmosphere of the match.
Fans React: Twitter Buzzes Over Bumrah vs. Konstas
Bumrah’s fiery bowling and cheeky celebration sparked a storm on social media. Fans flooded Twitter with praise for the Indian pacer, hailing his crucial breakthrough. The hashtag #BumrahvsKonstas trended. Fans praised the bowler for stepping up in a high-pressure situation.
“Youngster who rattled Kohli” 🤡
Boom boom humbled the real clowns🔥🔥#AUSvIND
#Bumrah❤️❤️
pic.twitter.com/5NqlqUkP0S pic.twitter.com/0uYN1IptHx— Saurav Yadav (@SauravY17155812) December 29, 2024
This is how Indian media should print tomorrow!🤣🔥A perfect reply to the shut down the Aussie propaganda 👊🏻. #INDvsAUS #Bumrah pic.twitter.com/A4SdQeS3Qn
— Broot (@TeamBumrah) December 29, 2024
Boom Boom Bumrah 🔥🔥🔥#INDvsAUS #AUSvIND#Bumrah #zelena #BoomBoomBack pic.twitter.com/44UfuqryAp
— Atul Sevda🐯 (@atulsevda_x) December 29, 2024
My GOAT Bumrah/Boom Boom/Jassi
Never forgot to take revenge 🔥#INDvsAUS #Bumrah #ViratKohli𓃵 #Kohli #zelena pic.twitter.com/QYnpwC2nXq— Rajkumar Saini (@Dr_Raj23) December 29, 2024
Key Stats and Match Impact
- Sam Konstas: Scored 60 runs in the first innings but dismissed for a low score in the second.
- Jasprit Bumrah: Delivered a brilliant spell early in the second innings, removing the dangerous Konstas.
- India’s Comeback: Bumrah’s early breakthrough helped India claw back into the game after trailing in the first innings.
As the Melbourne Test continues, Jasprit Bumrah’s dismissal of Konstas has become the defining moment of the match so far. The rivalry between the two players is adding a new layer of excitement to an already intense India-Australia series.