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Jasprit Bumrah, India's key bowler, has etched his name in Test cricket history through a series of awe-inspiring performances. In this article, we delve into the top record-breaking feats of Bumrah, showcasing his prowess on the international stage.
1. Hat-trick Heroics in Kingston (August 31, 2019)
Jasprit Bumrah's defining moment came on August 31, 2019, in Kingston against the West Indies. He delivered a career-best performance, claiming stellar figures of 6/27. This exceptional display not only saw the hosts crumble for 117 in response to India's 416 but also included a memorable hat-trick. Bumrah became the third Indian to achieve this rare feat, a milestone untouched by any other Indian bowler since.
2. The Record for Most Test Fifers by an Indian
Bumrah's bowling prowess extended beyond a single match. In the Newlands Test, he left an indelible mark with figures of 6/61 in the second innings. Bowling just 13.5 overs, he secured his third five-wicket haul in South Africa, sharing the record for the most Test fifers by an Indian bowler with the legendary Javagal Srinath. Among current Indian players, only Mohammed Shami matches Bumrah's two fifers in South Africa.
3. MCG Magic: Best Bowling Performance by an Indian
Bumrah played a pivotal role in India's historic victory in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in 2018. His outstanding figures of 6/33 restricted Australia to 151 in response to India's 443/7d. Notably, these figures stand as the best Test performance by an Indian at the MCG. In the second innings, Bumrah contributed further with three wickets, aiding in Australia's inability to chase down 399.
4. Making History with the Least Expensive Five-Wicket Haul
In a whirlwind few days after his Kingston hat-trick, Bumrah made history in North Sound during the same series. In the first match, he claimed 5/7 as the West Indies attempted to chase 419, resulting in their collapse for only 100. Bumrah's five-wicket haul became the least expensive by an Indian in Tests, making him the sole Indian bowler with a fifer for less than 10 runs.
5. Exceptional Feat in Pink Ball Test
Bumrah continued to etch his name in the annals of cricket history with a historic five-wicket haul in the Day/Night Test against Sri Lanka in Bengaluru in 2022. His figures of 5/24 in just 10 overs led to Sri Lanka being bundled out for 109. This achievement positioned Bumrah as the fourth Indian bowler to secure a fifer in Day/Night Tests.
6. Bumrah's Outstanding Bowling Average and Impact Overseas
With an outstanding bowling average of 23.28 in Tests and a remarkable tally of 113 wickets, Bumrah has made a colossal impact, particularly with stellar performances overseas. In just 32 tests, he has emerged as one of the greatest test pacers, leaving an indelible mark on the cricketing world.
7. Best Bowling Average by an Asian in Tests in SENA
Jasprit Bumrah's remarkable average of 23.28 (with 113 wickets) in Tests stands as the best among Asian bowlers in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) with a minimum of 50 wickets taken. Surpassing legendary names such as Wasim Akram, Mohammad Asif, Muttiah Muralidharan, and Imran Khan, Bumrah has solidified his place among the elite in the realm of Test cricket.
