Jasprit Bumrah's astonishing response leaves Adam Gilchrist speechless: ‘When Virat Kohli missed a catch…’

Jasprit Bumrah not only showcased his exceptional bowling skills but also his leadership acumen on Day 1 of the first Test match between India and Australia at Optus Stadium, Perth. Acting as the stand-in captain for India, Bumrah motivated his team with a fantastic spell after the visiting batters struggled and were dismissed for 150. The star fast bowler demolished the Australian batting line-up with a four-wicket haul, propelling India to a commanding position despite their modest first innings total. Bumrah's early dismissals of Nathan McSweeney, Usman Khawaja, and Steve Smith within the first 10 overs swung the momentum in favor of his team.

Veteran Australia wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist heaped massive praise on Bumrah's positive mindset and how he led the team. He didn't lose his calm when Virat Kohli dropped an easy catch at slips in the innings.

"That was a captain's spell. He decided to go out there and set the tone. He led the team along with him. Even when Virat Kohli dropped a catch, Bumrah's reaction was extraordinary - a little smile. [It was like] 'Oh well, I'll just have another go here'. And the team rallied around him," Gilchrist said on Cricbuzz.

Bumrah had a chance to complete his fifer on Day 1, when Marnus Labuschagne had a massive letoff two balls later, with Kohli putting down a sitter, leaving the Indian skipper with his head in his hands.

At the close, the hosts were in disarray on 67-7 after the leader of the pack demolished the Australian top order in a devastating spell to end the day with 4-17.

The Perth Test marks Bumrah's second stint as a stand-in captain, as in the past he also led his country against England in 2022.

Meanwhile, talking about his bowling, Gilchrist asserted that Bumrah was just frightening to face for any batter as he didn't allow them to find their rhythm and straightaway started causing trouble.

"Just looks frightening to face. There was no let up. There are no discernible changes in action or style or technique. As a batter, I just can't image what it's like facing him. That was brilliant," the 53-year-old went on to add.