BGT 2024-25: Top 3 players to watch out for in Perth Test

The moment the cricket fraternity has been eagerly awaiting seems to have approached quicker than anticipated. India will finally begin their expedition Down Under with the first Test to commence against Australia, to be played at the Perth Stadium. There are a whole lot of underlying themes that make this series a contest to savour. Bragging rights is an honour both the teams would want to seize, but this particular series is more than just that.

The ongoing cycle of the World Test Championship has both sides placed one below the other, separated by a minute gap. However, both sides, in particular, India, would want to avoid any kind of slipup, particularly in the very first game of the series. There are a handful of players from both sides to keep an eye on, with their performances being overarchingly critical for the success of their side. 

Here are the three players to watch out for in Perth Test: 

3. Jasprit Bumrah

The Perth Test has a unique appeal to it. Not only will Jasprit Bumrah be the leader of the bowling lineup, but also the entire squad. Rohit Sharma attending to his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, meant Bumrah to be elected as the interim skipper. It is interesting to note that Bumrah has captained India only once. Hence, not a lot is known about the tactics he will employ.

It will be crucial for Bumrah to set the tone with the ball. However, his responsibilities don’t just end there. Apart from running in under the scorching heat, he will also have to be proactive on the field when it comes to thinking about the game and carrying out tactics. There will also be a heightened wave of expectations from him due to the manner he has spearheaded the bowling attack in the past so many years as well as managing the workload of the spinners.

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