"This Is A World Cup": Sunil Gavaskar Fumes At Stadium Organiser For 'Jasprit Bumrah Chants' Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar expressed frustration with stadium organizers for encouraging spectators to chant Jasprit Bumrah's name during a crucial moment in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup semifinal between India and England. The incident occurred at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where the DJ prompted fans to shout “Boom Boom Bumrah” as the Indian pacer prepared to bowl. Gavaskar, commentating on the match, criticized the decision, emphasizing that such chants during the delivery stride are inappropriate, especially in a high-stakes World Cup environment. He noted that while fans can cheer between overs, chanting during the over could distract the bowler and undermine the professionalism expected at the global tournament. The match, which saw India defend a target of 254 against England, showcased a blend of individual brilliance and team resilience. Sanju Samson’s 89 off 42 balls and Jasprit Bumrah’s economical spell of 1/33 in four overs were pivotal in securing India’s seven-run victory. Samson’s innings, marked by a second consecutive fifty, propelled India to a record-breaking total of 253 for seven, the highest in a knockout game of the tournament. England’s response, led by Jacob Bethell’s century (105 off 48), saw them chase down the target with a thrilling chase, though they fell short by seven runs. Gavaskar and former India coach Ravi Shastri had previously criticized the ICC for organizing a laser show during a tense Super 8 match between India and the West Indies at Eden Gardens. The incident highlighted concerns about distractions during critical moments of the tournament.#icc_men_s_t20_world_cup #sunil_gavaskar #jasprit_bumrah #wankhede_stadium #ravi_shastri
