Jasprit Bumrah Joins Dale Steyn with Golden Duck Feat Against Australia

Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery spell in the first Test against Australia in Perth saw him match a historic record by dismissing Steve Smith for a golden duck. He became the second bowler ever to achieve this feat.

Jasprit Bumrah created history. 

In a stunning performance on Day 1 of the first Test between India and Australia in Perth, Jasprit Bumrah equaling an iconic record held by South African pacer Dale Steyn. 

Bumrah, who has been in sensational form, dismissed Australian star Steve Smith for a golden duck, the second time in his career Smith has fallen to a first-ball duck in a Test match.

The Indian pacer’s early spell was destructive, as he made life difficult for the Australian batters. 

After India was bowled out for a modest total of 150 runs, Bumrah led the charge with the ball. 

He took three wickets in his opening spell, leaving Australia reeling at 67/7 by the end of Day 1. 

Bumrah’s memorable dismissal of Smith occurred in Australia’s seventh over when he trapped the batsman plumb in front of the stumps. 

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This made Bumrah only the second bowler after Dale Steyn to dismiss Smith for a golden duck in Test cricket.

Bumrah’s Impact in Perth

Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery pace made the Perth pitch a nightmare for the Australian batters.

 While his teammates, Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana, also made key contributions, it was Bumrah’s exceptional bowling that dominated the day. 

His four-wicket haul on Day 1 has placed India in a strong position to take control of the match.

Steve Smith’s Rare Golden Duck

The dismissal of Steve Smith is notable because of its rarity. 

Smith, who has played 196 innings, has only been dismissed for a golden duck twice. 

The first time was in 2014 against Dale Steyn in South Africa, a moment that is now mirrored by Bumrah’s incredible achievement. 

Despite his immense experience, Smith could not survive Bumrah’s fiery spell, providing India with a crucial breakthrough.

By the close of play, Australia was trailing by 83 runs with just three wickets in hand. 

Bumrah’s contribution with the ball will be crucial as India looks to take the upper hand in this high-stakes encounter.

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