• Jasprit Bumrah was seen leaving the Sydney Cricket Ground during the second day of the fifth Test.

  • Bumrah's absence could be a significant blow to India's chances in this crucial match.

WATCH: Jasprit Bumrah leaves SCG ground amid injury fears on Day 2 of the 5th Test – AUS vs IND
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In a concerning development for the Indian cricket team, their stand-in captain and premier fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, was seen leaving the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) during the second day of the fifth and final Test match against Australia. The incident has sparked worries about his fitness and its potential impact on the match outcome.

Jasprit Bumrah’s departure from SCG

Bumrah, who has been the standout performer for India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, was observed exiting the field dressed in his training gear, not the traditional whites, around the lunch break. Further, the videos circulated on social media showing Bumrah getting into a car, suggesting he was being taken for medical scans due to an injury concern. This move was confirmed by multiple sources, indicating that Bumrah was not seen in whites again after the first session, which concluded with him bowling just one over post-lunch.

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Impact on the game

Bumrah’s absence could be a significant blow to India’s chances in this crucial match, where they are fighting to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. With 32 wickets in the series, Bumrah has been the linchpin of India’s bowling attack, often single-handedly turning the tide in their favor.

Injury details

While the exact nature of Bumrah’s injury remains undisclosed, there have been speculations about it being related to his workload over the series. Bumrah, known for his unique bowling action and pace, had previously faced injury scares in this series, notably in Adelaide. This time, his speed appeared to dip, and he was seen walking off after bowling only one over in the second session, raising fears about a possible recurrence or a new injury, particularly concerning his back or legs

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