Jasprit Bumrah, India’s leading pace bowler, exited the Sydney Cricket Ground midway through the second session of the decisive fifth Test against Australia on January 4.

Bumrah initially left the field shortly before lunch but made a brief return after the break, bowling one over.

But it was evident that his pace had significantly dropped, prompting him to leave the field again.

Television footage captured him in training gear, accompanied by medical staff, as he departed in a car, likely heading for hospital scans to assess an undisclosed injury.

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So far in the match, Bumrah has taken 2 wickets for 33 runs, contributing to a tightly contested game. His potential absence could be a major setback for India as they strive for victory in this crucial match.