Jasprit Bumrah’s great record against Joe Root
On Day 2 of the match, Jasprit Bumrah showcased his tactical brilliance by artfully trapping Root, dismissing him for a mere 5 runs. This marked the eighth occasion where Bumrah outfoxed the England’s stalwart in Test cricket, a narrative unfolding over 20 innings. Although Root managed to amass 245 runs against Bumrah, his modest average of 30.62 accentuated the bowler’s sustained supremacy in their ongoing duel.
Bumrah’s tactical brilliance: Outfoxing Root for the 8th time in Test cricket
The recent dismissal unfolded with Bumrah displaying exceptional skill and strategic acumen by methodically setting up the former England skipper, consistently delivering away swingers that kept Root guessing.
In a moment of brilliance, Bumrah altered his line, sending down a delivery honing in on the corridor of uncertainty. Root, anticipating inward movement, was deceived as the ball took an outward trajectory. The England batter’s tentative poke only found the edge, and the ball sailed straight into the safe hands of Shubman Gill at first slip. Root’s departure for a mere 5 runs off 10 balls was a testament to Bumrah’s mastery of seam and swing, leaving the batter visibly frustrated at being outfoxed by such a well-executed plan.
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Fans label Root as Bumrah’s bunny
Fans were left in awe as Bumrah dismissed Root for the 8th time in the longest format, solidifying his dominance. The relentless mastery displayed by Bumrah over Root has made the English batter his bunny. This recurring trend has captivated cricket enthusiasts, highlighting Bumrah’s prowess in consistently getting the better of Root. The ongoing saga between the two continues to captivate and fascinate fans worldwide.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
"Jasprit Bumrah's dominance over Joe Root continues!8 dismissals and counting – that's some serious bunny business! #INDvsENG #BumrahVsRoot" pic.twitter.com/FpmPzHLbpz
— Hemant ( Sports Active ) (@hemantbhavsar86) February 3, 2024
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