Sun Dec 08 00:52:17 UTC 2024: ## Bumrah’s Cramp, India’s Pink-Ball Struggle Mark Day Two of Australia Test
**Melbourne, Australia –** India’s star pacer Jasprit Bumrah escaped serious injury on Saturday during the second Test against Australia, experiencing a cramp in his adductor muscle. While the incident caused a brief scare, bowling coach Morne Morkel confirmed Bumrah was fine after receiving treatment and completing his over. Bumrah ultimately finished with impressive figures of 4/61, contributing to Australia’s dismissal for 337.
Despite Bumrah’s performance, Morkel acknowledged India’s struggles with the pink ball, particularly in terms of execution and length. He attributed this to the team’s limited experience with day-night Tests. Australia, capitalizing on India’s inexperience, built a significant 157-run first-innings lead thanks to centuries from Travis Head (140) and Marnus Labuschagne (64). India ended day two at 128/5, still trailing by 29 runs.
Morkel highlighted the contrast between India’s bowling performance in the first Test, where they maintained excellent lines and lengths, and their current struggles. He emphasized the need for improved consistency and execution to counter the challenges posed by the pink ball and Australia’s batting lineup. The series continues with India striving to overcome their pink-ball inexperience and close the gap against the hosts.
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