IND vs AUS T20 Series Update
Team India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, leveled the series on November 2, making it 1-1. The first T20I was abandoned due to rain, followed by an Australian victory in the second match, setting up an exciting conclusion with two games remaining.
Jasprit Bumrah Nears Major Milestone
India’s leading pacer Jasprit Bumrah is close to reaching a significant landmark, which will see him join an elite group alongside Arshdeep Singh.
- Bumrah has taken 98 wickets in T20 Internationals so far.
- He is currently joint-second among Indian bowlers with Hardik Pandya, who is absent from the series due to injury.
- Arshdeep Singh leads Indian T20 bowlers with 104 wickets.
- Arshdeep is the only Indian in the 100-wicket club for T20Is.
- If Bumrah claims two more wickets, he will join this exclusive group.
Players’ Impact and Recent Performances
Both Bumrah and Arshdeep played vital roles in India's T20 World Cup triumph. Since coach Gautam Gambhir's appointment, Arshdeep’s chances have been limited, but he made a strong case with a notable 3/35 in the third T20I.
“Hopefully we will see him in the playing XI in the last two games.”
Bumrah’s recent performances include bowling figures of 2/26 in the second match and 0/26 in the third, with no opportunity to bowl in the rain-affected first game. Despite fewer wickets, he has maintained a commendable economy rate of 6.5 runs per over throughout the series.
Looking Ahead to the T20 World Cup
With the T20 World Cup just three months away, the duo of Bumrah and Arshdeep promises to be a formidable combination, especially in home conditions.
“The pair of Bumrah plus Arshdeep could be a deadly combo especially in home conditions.”
Author's summary: Jasprit Bumrah is on the cusp of joining Arshdeep Singh in the 100-wicket club, highlighting their crucial roles as India prepares for the T20 World Cup.