Mon Dec 16 04:49:58 UTC 2024: ## Bumrah’s Swing Struggle Highlights Gabba Test Day One Washout
**Brisbane, Australia:** The third Border-Gavaskar Test between India and Australia at the Gabba got off to an unusual start, marked by both rain and Jasprit Bumrah’s visible struggle to find swing. Despite India winning the toss and electing to bowl, overcast conditions initially promised to assist the fast bowlers, but this proved not to be the case.
A viral video clip shows Bumrah expressing his frustration to teammate Shubman Gill, stating, “It’s going up (referring to the ball’s trajectory)” and later, “The swing isn’t happening, anywhere.” Bumrah’s inability to generate swing overshadowed the first day’s play, which was significantly curtailed by heavy rain.
Only 13.2 overs were bowled before the downpour forced an early end to the day’s proceedings, leaving Australia on a comfortable 28/0. Usman Khawaja (19 runs) and Nathan Lyon (4 runs) were at the crease. Play will resume tomorrow, with organizers aiming for a minimum of 98 overs to be bowled. The match will begin half an hour earlier than scheduled to compensate for lost time.
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