IND vs AUS: Pat Cummins Football Skills Shine as Australia Dominate India in Adelaide Test
Pat Cummins, known for his cricketing talent, also displayed impressive football skills during the second Test between Australia and India in Adelaide. He used his boot to save a sure boundary, showcasing his athletic versatility on the field.
Pat Cummins bowled a full delivery on the stumps in the first 31st over. Nitish Kumar Reddy played a brilliant straight drive and the ball seemed set to reach the boundary after striking his bat. However, Cummins used his right boot during his follow-through to stop the ball, preventing it from going past him. It appeared to be a certain boundary, but Cummins displayed great football skills to stop it.
The ball ended as a dot and Cummins and Reddy shared a laugh afterward. Known for his athleticism, the Australian captain showed it once again. Besides being a great fast bowler, Cummins proved he’s also an excellent fielder with his impressive skills in stopping the ball.
How's that for a save from Pat Cummins?#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/Fby96DebRu
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 6, 2024
In IPL 2024, Pat Cummins and Nitish Kumar Reddy played together for Sunrisers Hyderabad, with Cummins serving as the team’s captain. They had previously been teammates in the IPL and their partnership continued in this season, where Cummins led the team with his leadership skills.
Both players will play for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the upcoming IPL season and will share the same dressing room. They were both retained by the franchise before the IPL 2025 Auction, ensuring their continued partnership in the team for the next season.
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