Watch: Jasprit Bumrah’s slower ball picks Rachin Ravindra caught and bowled in IND vs NZ 4th T20I

With the series already sealed at 3-0, the fourth T20I between India and New Zealand offered the hosts a chance to fine-tune combinations ahead of the T20 World Cup. Even in a “dead rubber”, moments of class still stood out - and Jasprit Bumrah provided one such moment with a trademark dismissal of Rachin Ravindra in Visakhapatnam.

New Zealand made a strong start after being put in to bat, with Tim Seifert and Devon Conway putting pressure on the Indian bowlers during the powerplay and middle overs. The pair brought up a fluent 100-run partnership, setting a solid platform for the visitors. India, however, stayed patient, knowing that breakthroughs would tilt the momentum back their way.

Bumrah’s instant impact ends Ravindra’s stay

Kuldeep Yadav delivered the first big blow by removing Conway soon after the century stand, but it was Bumrah’s return to the attack that truly halted New Zealand’s charge. Bowling his first delivery of the spell, Bumrah rolled his fingers over the ball and sent down a well-disguised slower delivery on a short-of-a-length. Rachin Ravindra, still settling in, looked to work it into the onside but was early into the shot.

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The ball held up just enough to force a leading edge, looping straight back towards the bowler. Bumrah showed sharp awareness, completing a comfortable caught-and-bowled in his follow-through to dismiss Ravindra for 2. It was a simple catch on paper, but one that highlighted Bumrah’s control, variation, and game sense.

The wicket once again underlined Bumrah’s value in breaking partnerships and striking immediately upon return. Even with the series outcome decided, such moments remain vital for India as they sharpen their bowling blueprint ahead of the World Cup, where small moments often decide big games.