"Becomes Wayward When He Gets Desperate" - Jasprit Bumrah's Flaw Exposed?
Jasprit Bumrah eventually took 2 wickets for 26 runs in four overs, but both dismissals came too late to affect the outcome of the match between India and Australia in the second T20I at the MCG on October 31, 2025.
Match Overview
India struggled with the bat on a lively pitch, being bowled out for just 125 runs in 18.4 overs. Josh Hazlewood and his teammates bowled relentlessly, putting pressure on the visitors. Australia’s Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head responded aggressively, scoring 18 runs (including four byes) off Bumrah's second over to gain momentum early on.
Expert Analysis
“When we were bowling after scoring 125, the start was very important. If we had picked up two or three wickets in the first three or four overs, the game could have been closer because we have quality spinners in the middle overs. I felt we were probably trying too hard to pick up wickets. So we got a little wayward,”
— Former Indian batter Robin Uthappa, on Star Sports (The Indian Express)
Uthappa highlighted that Bumrah tends to lose rhythm when he exerts too much effort to take wickets early, which was evident during this match, affecting India’s chances of winning. Despite Bumrah’s final figures, Australia's smooth chase led them to a four-wicket victory with almost seven overs to spare.
Summary: Jasprit Bumrah’s tendency to become erratic under pressure was a key factor in India’s defeat, as early wickets eluded him and allowed Australia to dominate the match.