Sat Dec 07 21:30:15 UTC 2024: ## Bumrah’s Injury Scare in Adelaide, But Star Bowler Returns to Claim Crucial Wicket

**Adelaide, Australia** – India’s star pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah suffered a leg injury scare during the second day of the Pink-Ball Test against Australia at the Adelaide Oval. The incident occurred midway through Bumrah’s 20th over, forcing a temporary halt to play as medical staff attended to him. Bumrah, who celebrated his 31st birthday on Friday, appeared to be in considerable discomfort in his groin and shoulder area.

Despite the obvious pain, Bumrah remarkably returned to bowling, allaying fears of a serious injury. In his very next over after resuming, he dismissed Australian captain Pat Cummins, adding to his already impressive tally for the match. This crucial wicket came after Bumrah had earlier dismissed Usman Khawaja, Nathan McSweeney, and Steve Smith, contributing significantly to Australia’s first-innings collapse.

Bumrah’s performance has been vital for India, especially in the absence of Mohammed Shami. His eight-wicket haul in Perth last week was a record for a visiting fast-bowling captain in Australia. In Adelaide, he also achieved the milestone of 50 Test wickets in 2024, a feat only three Indian fast bowlers – Kapil Dev (twice) and Zaheer Khan – have accomplished before him.

Australia reached 332/8 at the dinner break, holding a 142-run lead over India. While Bumrah’s injury briefly caused concern, his return to the field and subsequent wicket demonstrated his resilience and importance to the Indian team. The extent of his injury is currently unknown.

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