Sun Jan 05 03:17:48 UTC 2025: ## Bumrah’s Back Spasms Rule Him Out of Sydney Test

**Sydney, Australia:** India’s star fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, was ruled out of the final innings of the fifth Test against Australia due to a recurrence of back spasms. The injury, which flared up on the second day, prevented Bumrah from bowling a single delivery in the crucial fourth innings as India defended a 161-run target.

Bumrah, who was leading the team in the absence of Rohit Sharma, left the field for scans after bowling just one over on Day 2. Although he returned to the ground and even batted, he remained sidelined from the bowling attack. Television footage showed him warming up in sneakers and only gently rolling his arm over, spending much of his time consulting with the team’s medical staff.

This latest setback is a significant blow for India, considering Bumrah’s history of back injuries. He had previously been sidelined for almost a year due to a lower back injury requiring surgery in March 2023.

In Bumrah’s absence, Prasidh Krishna stepped up, claiming three crucial Australian wickets – Sam Konstas, Steve Smith, and Marnus Labuschagne – in the fourth innings. Despite India’s spirited bowling performance, the match ended with Australia claiming a decisive win. The extent of Bumrah’s injury and his availability for future matches remain unclear.

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