Wasim Akram in awe of 'world's best' Jasprit Bumrah after Perth Test masterclass
India TodayPakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram lavished praise on Jasprit Bumrah for his stellar performance as India’s stand-in captain on Day 1 of the first Test against Australia in Perth. India’s batting struggles earlier in the day painted a grim picture, with big names like Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal failing to convert their starts. Bumrah’s fiery spell rattled the Australian lineup, ensuring India ended the day on a high note. ðð 4⣠wickets for Captain Jasprit Bumrah 2⣠wickets for Mohammed Siraj 1⣠wicket for debutant Harshit Rana Scorecard â¶ï¸ https://t.co/gTqS3UPruo pic.twitter.com/1Mbb6F6B2c — BCCI November 22, 2024 As Day 2 looms, Bumrah’s leadership and the bowlers’ resilience have brought India right back into the contest, setting the stage for an exciting continuation of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener.