On the second day of the Newlands Test match between South Africa and India, the momentum of the previous day continued with an impactful display from Jasprit Bumrah right from the start of the morning session.
Bumrah’s precision bowling posed challenging questions to the Proteas’ middle and lower middle-order, resulting in a spectacular catch that left Marco Jansen visibly astonished.
Bumrah, having already troubled the batsmen earlier, unleashed a full-length delivery aimed near the off stump line in the 24th over. The batsman, playing defensively, sent the ball aerially towards Bumrah, who exhibited remarkable reflexes to swiftly grasp the ball.
Snatching catches immediately after delivering the ball is a tough feat for fast bowlers, as the ball rebounds swiftly off a well-struck shot. However, Bumrah’s quick positioning of his palm ensured a secure catch.
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Following this exceptional catch, Bumrah exuded jubilation and shot a fiery glance at Jansen, who appeared bewildered before slowly walking off the field, seemingly taken aback by the turn of events.