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India vs Australia: MCG Celebrates Jasprit Bumrah and Nitish Kumar Reddy’s Exceptional Performances On Honours Board!

Vice Captain Jasprit Bumrah earned his place on the Honours Board with a magnificent five-wicket haul, showcasing his exceptional bowling skills.

IND vs AUS: The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has added the names of Indian cricketers Jasprit Bumrah and Nitish Kumar Reddy to its prestigious Honours Board following their outstanding performances in the fourth Border-Gavaskar Test.

Jasprit Bumrah’s Name On MCG’s Honours Board

Vice Captain Jasprit Bumrah earned his place on the Honours Board with a magnificent five-wicket haul, showcasing his exceptional bowling skills. This was Bumrah’s second five-wicket haul at the MCG and he is the only visiting bowler to take five wickets on the ground in the last 15 years.

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Bumrah’s performance was instrumental in restricting the Australian batting lineup, demonstrating his prowess and consistency in the longest format of the game.

Nitish Kumar Reddy Makes His Mark!

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Joining Bumrah on the Honours Board is young sensation Nitish Kumar Reddy, who scored his maiden Test century in a remarkable display of batting. Reddy’s century not only marked a personal milestone but also contributed significantly to India’s strong position in the match.

Nitish Kumar Reddy scored a maiden Test century that helped India recover from 191 for 6 in the first innings and shorten the deficit, while it once stared at follow-on. He scored a stupendous 114 off 189 balls.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) celebrated this achievement with a post on their official X handle, stating, “Magnificent 5 wicket haul Special Maiden 100. Vice Captain Jasprit Bumrah and Nitish Kumar Reddy’s names are etched on the Honours Board of Melbourne Cricket Ground.”

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The inclusion of Bumrah and Reddy on the MCG Honours Board is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and exceptional talent. This recognition places them among the elite cricketers who have left their mark on one of the most iconic cricket venues in the world.

Bumrah’s Stats of 4th Test At MCG

PlayerTotal WicketsAverageTotal Overs BowledBest Bowling Figures
Jasprit Bumrah3012.83141.25/57 (2nd Innings, Melbourne Test)

Also Read: ‘Proud Of You Dadda’ – Sanjana Ganesan’s Adorable Instagram Story For Jasprit Bumrah Will Win Hearts

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