Sat Jan 04 05:13:43 UTC 2025: ## India’s Bumrah Injured, Australia’s Fightback in Sydney Test
**Sydney, January 4, 2025** – Day 2 of the fifth Test match between India and Australia in Sydney was marked by both thrilling cricket and injury concerns. India, resuming on a 4-run lead after bowling out Australia for 181 in their first innings, saw a strong start with Yashasvi Jaiswal smashing boundaries in the opening over. However, the day took a turn when star Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah left the field due to a back injury, raising serious concerns about his participation in the remaining match. Scans are being conducted to assess the extent of the injury.
Despite Bumrah’s absence, India’s bowling attack continued to impress. Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna each took three wickets, while Nitish Reddy claimed two. Australia’s innings saw a resilient 57 from debutant Beau Webster, but the team struggled against the Indian pace attack. Steve Smith’s innings ended at 33, just 14 runs short of reaching 10,000 Test runs.
The match is finely balanced, with the result hanging in the balance. The injury to Bumrah is a major blow for India, casting a shadow over their chances of winning the Test. Further updates on Bumrah’s condition are expected soon. Meanwhile, the dense fog in Delhi-NCR continues to cause significant disruption, impacting visibility and causing delays in flights and train services.
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