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India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah produced a moment of brilliance on Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test, dismissing Travis Head for a duck in a remarkable display of skill and precision. Bumrah’s delivery, an absolute gem, sent Head back to the pavilion, leaving the Australian crowd stunned.
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The Dismissal: A Brain-Fade Moment for Head
The dismissal unfolded during the 67th over of Australia’s first innings. Coming in at No. 5 after the fall of Marnus Labuschagne, Head faced Bumrah, who had just been reintroduced into the attack by Indian skipper Rohit Sharma.
Bumrah, bowling from around the wicket, delivered a good-length ball that pitched just outside the off stump and jagged back sharply. Head, misjudging the line entirely, chose to shoulder arms—a costly error. The ball clipped the top of his off-stump, sending the Indian players into jubilation and Head back to the dressing room without scoring.
A Key Moment in the Match
The wicket of Travis Head, a dangerous middle-order batter known for his aggressive play, was a significant breakthrough for India. With Australia already struggling to rebuild after the dismissal of Labuschagne, Bumrah’s timely strike further tightened India’s grip on the game.
Bumrah’s Stellar Bowling Performance
Bumrah’s ability to move the ball both ways and exploit the conditions at the Melbourne Cricket Ground has been instrumental for India in the series. Head’s dismissal was Bumrah’s second scalp of the day, underscoring his role as the leader of India’s pace attack.
As the Boxing Day Test progresses, Bumrah’s magic delivery will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the highlights of the match.
