India’s dominant 101-run victory over South Africa in the opening T20I at Cuttack should have been remembered solely for the hosts’ clinical performance. Instead, the spotlight shifted to a moment of controversy surrounding Jasprit Bumrah’s historic 100th T20I wicket. What unfolded sparked heated discussions among fans, analysts, and former cricketers, adding fresh drama to an already eventful contest.

Bumrah Reaches a Rare Milestone

Jasprit Bumrah entered the match needing one wicket to join India’s elite list of bowlers with 100 T20I scalps. The moment came in the 10th over when Dewald Brevis miscued a short ball and Suryakumar Yadav completed the catch at extra cover. It was a significant moment for Indian cricket as Bumrah became only the second Indian bowler — after Arshdeep Singh —

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