Stump-Mic Picks Up Jasprit Bumrah’s Derogatory Remark About Temba Bavuma

India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah finds himself in the headlines once again, but this time it is not about his record-breaking bowling spells — rather, it is because of his discriminatory remarks about South African captain Temba Bavuma.

The incident occurred when Jasprit Bumrah and his teammates appealed for an LBW against Bavuma, which was turned down. During a consultation with Rishabh Pant on whether to review, Bumrah referred to Bavuma as a “bauna,” which in Urdu/Hindi means short or dwarf.

The clip quickly went viral on social media, drawing criticism and sparking debate about player conduct on the field.

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has a strict code of conduct regarding on-field language and player behavior. Remarks deemed derogatory or offensive can lead to sanctions ranging from fines to suspensions. While no official statement has yet been issued, the incident has raised the possibility of disciplinary review.

Bumrah’s stature as India’s premier fast bowler means any action would carry significant weight, especially in a high-profile series against South Africa.

Pakistani fans will be closely watching this development due to their own history with such incidents. Former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed faced ICC sanctions when he referred to Andile Phehlukwayo’s skin colour. If Jasprit Bumrah is not sanctioned, it will likely play into the narrative that the ICC lets Indian players off the hook.

As the cricketing world waits to see if the ICC takes action, the focus remains split between Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery spells and the controversy that has followed him off the ball.

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