Jasprit Bumrah, India’s premier fast bowler, has taken a well-deserved break after leading his team to a 2-0 Test series victory over Bangladesh. While Team India continues its T20I series against Bangladesh, Bumrah has been spotted at the ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, supporting the Indian women’s team.
Bumrah, recently crowned as the No. 1 Test bowler in the ICC rankings, was present during the high-octane India-Pakistan match, where India emerged victorious with seven balls to spare. As India’s women’s team chased down a target of 106, Bumrah was seen in the crowd, giving an interview to broadcasters.
Bumrah’s presence at the Women’s T20 World Cup highlights his commitment to the sport and his support for the Indian women’s team. The 30-year-old pacer is expected to return to action in India’s upcoming three-match Test series against New Zealand, starting October 16. He is also likely to be a key member of the Indian team that will tour Australia for five Test matches later in 2024.
India’s women’s team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, secured their first win of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 against Pakistan. After restricting Pakistan to a modest total of 105, India’s batting lineup struggled initially, losing Smriti Mandhana early. However, contributions from Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Kaur helped India cross the finish line.
Despite the victory, India’s qualification for the semi-finals remains an uphill battle. After a disappointing loss to New Zealand, India still has to face reigning champions Australia and a formidable Sri Lanka side. The team will need to perform consistently and improve their batting performance to secure a spot in the knockout stages.
