Fri Nov 22 01:08:47 UTC 2024: ## Bumrah to Face Aussie Heat in Perth Test, Says Shastri

**Perth, Australia –** Ahead of the second Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Perth, starting Friday, November 22nd, former India coach Ravi Shastri predicts that Australian bowlers will target captain Jasprit Bumrah. With regular skipper Rohit Sharma rejoining the team later, Bumrah will lead India for the second time in Test cricket.

While Bumrah downplayed the pressure during a pre-match press conference, Shastri believes the Australian strategy will center on pressuring the Indian captain. Speaking on Star Sports Press Room, Shastri noted that Australia consistently targets the opposition captain, aiming to unsettle the team’s overall confidence.

However, Shastri also emphasized Bumrah’s maturity and competitive spirit. He highlighted Bumrah’s status as one of the world’s best fast bowlers, suggesting that the Australian strategy is a double-edged sword, as Bumrah will undoubtedly be looking to attack the Australian batting lineup as well.

Shastri’s key advice for Bumrah is to remain calm, receive strong support from his fellow bowlers, and avoid overcompensating under pressure. “The important thing is, if he’s calm and gets support from his other bowlers, I think he’ll be fine,” Shastri stated. He believes Bumrah’s experience and skillset will allow him to handle the pressure and focus on his strengths. Bumrah’s impressive record in Australia – 32 wickets in 7 Tests – further supports this view.

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