Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: “Google and see who has got the most…”, Jasprit Bumrah’s Response Left Reporters in Awe at Press Meet After Tough Day for India
Jasprit Bumrah, India’s vice-captain, lightened the mood with a witty response during a press interaction after Day 3 of the third Test against Australia at the Gabba. Bumrah playfully reminded a journalist of his record-breaking 34-run over in Test cricket when asked about India's underwhelming batting performance against Australia's formidable pace attack.
After a challenging Day 3 of the third Test against Australia, Jasprit Bumrah brought humor to the press conference, offering a moment of levity in between the intense match. India’s batting woes were a major topic of discussion after the team struggled to 51 for 4 at stumps, trailing Australia’s imposing first-innings total of 445.
When a journalist asked Bumrah, known more for his bowling than batting, about India’s batting struggles, the pacer didn’t miss a beat. The conversation was:
Reporter:
Hi, Jasprit. What is your assessment of the batting, although you are not the best person to answer the question, but what do you think about the situation of the team, considering the conditions in Gabba?
Bumrah:
It’s an interesting question. But, you are questioning my batting ability. You should use Google and see who has got the most number of runs in a Test over. But, jokes apart. That’s another story.
The room erupted in laughter as Bumrah quipped about his historic feat, reminding everyone of his unexpected prowess with the bat.
However, the day was less cheerful on the field for India. Australia’s pace trio, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Pat Cummins—dominated, leaving India’s top order in disarray. Rain offered some reprieve, but the visitors still face a monumental task to recover.
While Bumrah’s witty banter provided a brief respite, the team’s focus will need to shift to overcoming the Australian bowlers if they hope to mount a comeback in this crucial Test.
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