Sun Jan 05 02:02:49 UTC 2025: ## Bumrah’s Injury Marrs India’s Sydney Test; Ends Tour as Top Wicket-Taker

**Sydney, Australia –** India’s stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah was forced to sit out the remainder of the fifth Test against Australia due to a back injury, dashing hopes of an Indian comeback in the final match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Bumrah, who had already undergone scans on Day 2 after leaving the field due to discomfort, bravely batted in India’s second innings on Day 3 despite his injury. However, he was dismissed for a duck. His absence from the bowling attack left the responsibility squarely on Mohammed Siraj’s shoulders.

Despite the setback, Bumrah concluded the tour as the leading wicket-taker for both teams, amassing a remarkable 32 wickets across five matches at an average of 13.06 and a strike rate of 28.37, including three five-wicket hauls. This achievement also shattered Bishan Singh Bedi’s long-standing record for the most wickets by an Indian bowler in a single series in Australia. His performance earned him a top ICC Test bowling ranking of 907 points.

While Bumrah’s incredible bowling display is undeniable, concerns are rising about his fitness going forward. With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on the horizon, rest and recovery are crucial for the star speedster. The team will await further assessment on the extent of his back injury.

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