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"Jasprit Bumrah Ko Pel Diya Hai Maine": Rishabh Pant 'Gets India Pacer Out' In Epic Nets Video

When Rishabh Pant is in the middle, it's difficult for anyone to remain in a serious mood. As the Indian cricket team players looked to put the hard yards in the nets ahead of the start of the Border-Gavskar Trophy in Perth, it was Bumrah who faced a few deliveries from Rishabh Pant. From bowling overpitched deliveries to bouncers, Pant tried every weapon in his arsenal to get the prized wicket of Bumrah. He even claimed to do so on one of the deliveries when a bouncer was bowled.

"Not Thinking About Bumrah...": Australia Opener Usman Khawaja Throws Down Gauntlet Before 1st Test

Ahead of the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Australia Test opener Usman Khawaja said that everyone talks about Jasprit Bumrah, but India have other 'good' bowlers as well. Jasprit Bumrah made his Test debut against South Africa in 2018, following that, he has picked up 173 wickets in 40 long-format matches at an economy rate of 2.76. The top India seamer played 7 matches and 14 innings against Australia, in which he bagged 32 wickets at an economy rate of 2.47 and an average of 21.25. Speaking to Fox Cricket, Khawaja praised Mohammed Siraj and said that he is very good against both right and left-handed batters. The Aussie added that India pacer Mohammed Shami was very underrated and no one talked about him.

Australia Star, Set To Open In Perth, Takes Swipe At Jasprit Bumrah: "Bizarre Kind Of..."

Australia's left-handed opener Usman Khawaja admits Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah's unusual bowling action initially feels awkward, but with constant exposure to facing him, it becomes easier to handle. "I mean, when you first face him, it's just his action. It's a different, bizarre kind of action as his release point is very different than other bowlers. It's just a bit further up. So a lot of guys release the ball from near the popping crease. (Against Bumrah) it feels like he gets a bit further out just with his front braced leg and pushes the ball out," said Khawaja to Fox Sports on Thursday.

Which Indian Players Can Bat 11 Hours To Save A Test Match? Gautam Gambhir Replies

India are set to face Australia in a five-match Test series, starting November 22. The series, known as the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is crucial for the Indian cricket team as it has its World Test Championship (WTC) final fate hanging on it. Visitors India need to win 4-0 in Australia to qualify for the summit clash comfortably, otherwise they will have to depend on various other results. Ahead of the all-important series, India head coach and former player Gautam Gambhir was asked on JioCinema to name the player, who could bat for 11 hours to defend a Test match. Gambhir replied "All the top seven."

Rishabh Pant Hit On Body, Virat Kohli Tested In Nets As India Train Behind Black Cloth

Star batter Virat Kohli began preparations ahead of the 1st Test between India and Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth, starting from November 22. Kohli was seen batting in the nets at the WACA Ground, the other venue in Perth. He was the first Indian player to reach Australia, along with his family. Kohli is aiming to recover from a lean patch, having scored just 93 runs in the recent 0-3 Test loss at home to New Zealand.

India's Tour of Australia: 7 Key Developments From Gautam Gambhir's Press Conference

As the second batch of the Indian team flies to Australia for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, head coach Gautam Gambhir spoke to the media in the customary pre-departure press conference. Facing reporters for the first time since the Indian team's 0-3 home defeat against New Zealand in the Test series, Gambhir had to face some tricky questions on Monday. The India coach has himself been facing plenty of flak, owing to recent results, while some of the senior players in the team like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are also in the spotlight over poor form.

Australian Opener Nathan McSweeney Braces For 'Unique' Jasprit Bumrah Challenge

Australia opener Nathan McSweeney, who is set to debut against India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, said he has been preparing for the "unique" challenge of facing star pacer Jasprit Bumrah. McSweeney was drafted into the Australia squad after a slew of impressive performances in the Sheffield Shield tournament and in the recent ‘A' series against India. The 25-year-old South Australian will partner Usman Khawaja at the top in the series opener in Perth and during the upcoming five-Test series.

India ignoring WTC permutations, focused on winning Australia series

MUMBAI : India's singular focus over the next two months is on winning the five-match series in Australia and the players will not be distracted by the race to reach the World Test Championship (WTC) final, head coach Gautam Gambhir said on Monday.

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"Jasprit Bumrah Ko Pel Diya Hai Maine": Rishabh Pant 'Gets India Pacer Out' In Epic Nets Video

"Not Thinking About Bumrah...": Australia Opener Usman Khawaja Throws Down Gauntlet Before 1st Test

Australia Star, Set To Open In Perth, Takes Swipe At Jasprit Bumrah: "Bizarre Kind Of..."

Which Indian Players Can Bat 11 Hours To Save A Test Match? Gautam Gambhir Replies

Rishabh Pant Hit On Body, Virat Kohli Tested In Nets As India Train Behind Black Cloth

India's Tour of Australia: 7 Key Developments From Gautam Gambhir's Press Conference

Australian Opener Nathan McSweeney Braces For 'Unique' Jasprit Bumrah Challenge

India ignoring WTC permutations, focused on winning Australia series