By Asha Bhat OAM
The Border Gavaskar Trophy has once again shown why Test cricket is the heart of the game. This series has been nothing short of extraordinary, bringing together two proud cricketing nations in a contest filled with passion, grit, and unforgettable moments. It’s been a reminder of why we love this format — the drama, the patience, the fightback, and the moments of brilliance that can shift the game in a single session.
What’s made this series even more special is the way young talent has risen to the challenge. Yashasvi Jaiswal has batted with such maturity beyond his years, while Nitish Kumar Reddy has shown glimpses of being a future star for India. On the other side, Sam Konstas has made quite an impact for Australia, playing with the confidence of a seasoned pro despite being so new to the international stage. Watching these young players step up under pressure has been one of the highlights of this series.
And then there’s the flair and firepower of players like Rishabh Pant and Travis Head. Pant’s fearless innings, especially in this Sydney Test, has been a joy to watch — unpredictable, bold, and game changing, just as we’ve seen him do before. Head, in his own style, has brought the same kind of aggressive energy for Australia, showing that Test cricket can be as thrilling as any other format when players like them are at their best.
But if there’s one player who has truly defined this series, it’s Jasprit Bumrah. His bowling has been nothing short of world-class — the accuracy, the pace, the relentless pressure. He’s been the difference for India, and no matter what happens tomorrow, he deserves the Player of the Series title. Whether or not he’s fit enough to bowl on the final day, Bumrah has already proven why he’s the best fast bowler in the world right now.
Looking ahead, if India can push past 200 runs and Bumrah is fit to bowl, we could be in for one of the most thrilling finishes in recent Test history. This series has had everything — the fight, the talent, the drama — and it’s kept Test cricket well and truly alive.
Contributing Author: Asha Bhat OAM is the CEO of the Southern Aboriginal Corporation and a highly accomplished leader celebrated for her contributions to community development, social justice, and advocacy. She was honoured as a 2024 Gold Winner of the Women Changing the World Awards and inducted into the WA Women’s Hall of Fame the same year.
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