India Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Lokesh Rahul, Devdutt Padikkal, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Dhruv Jurel, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Jasprit Bumrah (c), Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj.
Australia Playing XI: Usman Khawaja, Nathan McSweeney, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood
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Jasprit Bumrah and Pat Cummins pose with the Border Gavaskar Trophy (Photo: Sriram Veera)
On eve of 1st Test, Australia warms up to India: Fan parks with Indian food, Hindi commentary on phone App, community outreach
As the anticipation for the high-stakes Border-Gavaskar Trophy builds, Indian captain Jasprit Bumrah and his Australian counterpart Pat Cummins shared a heartwarming moment ahead of the series opener. The two cricket giants, known for their intense on-field battles, engaged in a light-hearted conversation about their respective fatherhood experiences.
Bumrah inquired about Cummins’ child, and the Australian captain reciprocated with a similar question about Bumrah’s one-year-old son, Angad. The two seemed genuinely interested in each other’s family lives, highlighting the camaraderie that exists between top-level cricketers.
The exchange showcased a different side to these two fierce competitors, revealing their softer side as fathers. It was a brief respite from the intense rivalry that is expected to unfold on the field.
As the press conference resumed, the focus shifted back to the upcoming series. Both captains acknowledged the importance of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and expressed their commitment to leading their teams to victory. The stage is set for an epic battle between two cricketing powerhouses. (READ MORE)
