‘Jasprit Bumrah is slightly wayward when desperate’: Former India World Cup winner’s bold claim after MCG T20I

Jasprit Bumrah’s Bowling Under Scrutiny After MCG T20I

In the second T20I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, India managed only 125 runs, with Jasprit Bumrah picking up two wickets but conceding 26 runs over four overs. Despite his efforts, former India batter Robin Uthappa criticized Bumrah's bowling lengths as somewhat erratic when under pressure.

Robin Uthappa's Analysis

“When we were bowling after scoring 125, the start was very important. If we had picked up two or three wickets in the first three or four overs, the game could have been closer because we have quality spinners in the middle overs. I felt we were probably trying too hard to pick up wickets. So we got a little wayward.”
“I have observed that whenever Bumrah gets desperate to pick up wickets, he becomes slightly wayward, and when he is disciplined and hits a good line and length, he mostly picks up wickets. Australia took full advantage of that waywardness at the start, the way we started with the ball in the second innings.”

Impact on India’s Performance

The former World Cup winner also expressed disappointment in India's batting lineup, noting that aside from Abhishek Sharma's half-century and a brief cameo by Harshit Rana, the batting display was underwhelming.

Summary

Uthappa’s insights highlight how Bumrah’s desperation can affect his control, impacting India's chances in crucial matches.

Author's summary: Jasprit Bumrah’s occasional loss of control under pressure contributed to India’s struggle at MCG, while the team’s batting lacked depth beyond key individual performances.

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The Indian Express The Indian Express — 2025-11-01

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