In the first Test at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens, India’s trusted pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah once again left the cricketing world stunned. South Africa’s openers, expected to get a commanding start, were undone early thanks to Bumrah’s impeccable accuracy. After surrendering 57 runs in just ten overs, the squad’s momentum was abruptly halted by India’s standout performer.
With his trademark control, Bumrah conceded a mere nine runs in his first five overs, including two maidens. Captain Shubman Gill kept the faith and persisted with the left-arm angle, and the gamble paid off in a flash. On the third ball of the third over, Bumrah landed a delivery on a good length around middle-and-off, which went on to disturb the top of off stump, leaving Ryan Rickelton bewildered.
Not content with the breakthrough, Bumrah returned to strike again in his seventh over. This time, he short-pitched the ball, drew Aiden Markram forward, who managed only a miscued edge to a diving Rishabh Pant behind the stumps. In the blink of an eye, South Africa found themselves reeling at 62/2.
A moment of pure magic from Jasprit Bumrah! 💙
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 14, 2025
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In an instant, social media exploded with praise. #BumrahMagic and #IndiaBowling dominated Twitter as fans marveled at the all-round brilliance. Comments ranged from “GOAT status confirmed” to “Legend in the making”, each echoing a single thought: India’s new ball master was operating at another level.
For India, this early thrust re-established control and set the tone for the remainder of the day. Bumrah’s performance wasn’t just about two wickets—it was a clear statement that when it matters most, he is the man to deliver.