Indian cricket star Jasprit Bumrah earned widespread acclaim for his stellar performance in India’s 41-run victory over Bangladesh in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match on Wednesday, securing a spot in the final. The 31-year-old pace spearhead, widely regarded as the world’s premier bowler, claimed 2 wickets for 18 runs in his four overs, stifling Bangladesh’s chase of India’s 168-6. Off the field, Bollywood actors Bobby Deol and Raghav Juyal, along with Bumrah’s wife, TV presenter Sanjana Ganesan, celebrated his dominance with a playful nod to a popular Netflix series.
During a sideline interview at the Dubai International Stadium, Juyal sparked laughter by quoting a line from “The Ba***ds of Bollywood”, a Netflix series directed by Aryan Khan: “Akkhi duniya ek taraf, mera Bumrah ek taraf” (The entire world on one side, my Bumrah on one side). The cheeky dialogue, originally referencing actor Emraan Hashmi, was echoed by Ganesan, who joined in the fun, delighting fans with her heartfelt tribute to her husband’s prowess. The moment, shared widely on X, underscored Bumrah’s appeal beyond cricket, resonating with celebrities and supporters alike.
India’s victory was powered by Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 75 off 37 balls, earning him the ‘Player of the Match’ award, while spinners Kuldeep Yadav and others dismantled Bangladesh, bowling them out for 127. The result eliminated Sri Lanka from contention, setting up a Pakistan-Bangladesh clash to determine India’s opponent in Sunday’s final. Sharma credited his aggressive approach, stating, “If it’s in my range, even if it’s the first ball, I go for it,” reflecting the team’s fearless mindset under Bumrah’s leadership.
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Bumrah’s consistent excellence, evidenced by his high ICC bowling rankings, continues to anchor India’s campaign. As the team prepares for the final, the light-hearted praise from Ganesan and Bollywood stars highlights the fast bowler’s cultural impact, blending cricket with entertainment in a moment that captured fans’ hearts across India.
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