A new rivalry is emerging in the ongoing India vs Australia series, overshadowing the previous tensions between Virat Kohli and the Australian media: the contest between Jasprit Bumrah and Sam Konstas. In the first round of their face-off during the recent Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the 19-year-old Konstas showcased an impressive batting performance against Bumrah, widely regarded as one of the best fast bowlers in the world. Konstas scored a remarkable 32 runs off Bumrah in just two overs, with 14 runs in one over and 18 in another. Bumrah later remarked that he had opportunities to dismiss Konstas multiple times in those initial overs, yet it was clear that the Indian pacer was under pressure.

Bumrah rebounded effectively in the second innings, managing to dismiss Konstas for a low score, thus claiming victory in Round 2. However, the third round, which unfolded in the final moments of Day 1 of the 5th Test in Sydney, is poised to be particularly memorable. A heated exchange occurred between Bumrah and Konstas during the last over of the day, culminating in Bumrah having the final word. As Usman Khawaja prepared to face Bumrah, he delayed the bowler's run-up, a tactic that did not sit well with Bumrah. In response to Bumrah's visible frustration, Konstas, positioned at the non-striker's end, chose to provoke him further.

Bumrah walks away the winner

Tensions escalated as words were exchanged, but the umpires stepped in before the situation could worsen. Konstas appeared visibly displeased. Despite the young player's attempts to unsettle Bumrah, the bowler responded effectively, dismissing Khawaja caught behind on the very next delivery. To emphasize his point, Bumrah chose not to celebrate the wicket but instead turned to confront Konstas, showcasing his triumph. This was particularly poignant given that Konstas had previously struck Bumrah for a four on the first ball of the innings.

"Bumrah, who turned to Konstas. He [Konstas] learns a tough lesson in his second Test match," said Adam Gilchrist on air.

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