[Watch] Jasprit Bumrah spotted at Mumbai airport as he departs for Australia ahead of BGT 2024-25

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was spotted at Mumbai Airport on Monday, November 11. He departed for Australia ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25.

The 30-year-old last played in India’s home Test series against New Zealand, featuring in the first two matches and taking three wickets. He missed the final Test due to a viral illness. Meanwhile, India endured a disappointing series, as the Black Caps completed a 3-0 clean sweep.

On Monday, the right-arm pacer was seen signing autographs for fans as he made his way to Australia to join the team ahead of the BGT.

Here’s a video of the moment:

Meanwhile, it was reported that Virat Kohli was the first player to arrive in Australia, having been spotted at Mumbai Airport on Saturday, November 9.

The first batch of players, including Shubman Gill, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Washington Sundar, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and assistant coach Abhishek Nayar, also made their way to Australia.

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Jasprit Bumrah to captain India in 1st Test if Rohit Sharma misses out

There is uncertainty regarding the availability of captain Rohit Sharma for the first Test, scheduled to begin on November 22 in Perth. As per the reports, the 37-year-old is likely to miss the fixture due to the birth of his second child.

“Yes, Rohit is not traveling with the team, but don't rule him out of the first Test as yet. He may end up flying to Australia later third week, closer to the first Test," TOI quoted a BCCI source as saying.

During a pre-departure press conference on Monday, coach Gautam Gambhir addressed the issue and said (via TOI):

"Bumrah is vice-captain; if Rohit is not available, he is going to lead in Perth."

Bumrah has a strong test record in Australia, having claimed 32 wickets in seven matches, including one five-wicket haul.

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