Watch: Jasprit Bumrah Imitated Ravichandran Ashwin In The Nets

In a cricketing showdown that left Indian fans disappointed, India suffered a resounding defeat by 32 runs and an innings against South Africa in the first test at Centurion. Despite notable performances by KL Rahul in the first inning and Virat Kohli in the second, the majority of Indian batters struggled to counter the relentless pace, bounce, and movement generated by the South African pacers.

Notably, India’s third and fourth seamers, Shardul Thakur and Prasidh Krishna, failed to make a significant impact, leaking runs at an alarming rate of 5 runs per over. This proved to be a critical factor contributing to India’s downfall in the match.

Looking ahead, India is gearing up for the last and final test of the series, commencing on January 3 at Cape Town. The team is optimistic about the return of Ravindra Jadeja, who missed the first test due to a neck spasm. His absence highlighted the importance of a spin-bowling all-rounder, and in his stead, Ravichandran Ashwin played a crucial role as the lone spinner.

Speaking of Ashwin’s performance, his expertise as a spin bowler and his ability to contribute with the bat was not seen at Centurion. The anticipation of Jadeja’s return for the second test adds a layer of optimism to India’s bowling lineup.

In a surprising turn of events during the practice session leading up to the second test, Jasprit Bumrah was seen imitating the bowling action of Ravichandran Ashwin. The video of this playful gesture quickly went viral, showcasing the camaraderie within the team despite the recent setback.

Adding a touch of class to the Indian bowling lineup, Jasprit Bumrah’s ability to consistently trouble batsmen with his unique action has earned him accolades in the Test arena. Similarly, Ravichandran Ashwin’s mastery in spinning the ball and contributing valuable runs down the order has solidified his status as one of the premier all-rounders in Test cricket.

As the Indian cricket team regroups for the upcoming challenge at Cape Town, fans are hopeful that a collective effort, coupled with the return of key players like Jadeja, will help them bounce back and level the series against South Africa.