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In a spectacular display of skill and prowess, Jasprit Bumrah has etched his name in the record books by becoming the fastest Indian fast bowler to reach 150 Test wickets. The momentous achievement unfolded during the ongoing second Test between India and England in Visakhapatnam, where Bumrah's lethal spell rattled the English batting lineup, earning him a remarkable six-wicket haul.
A Spell to Remember:
Bumrah's impact was evident as he dismantled the England batting order, taking crucial wickets at pivotal moments. His victims included key players like Joe Root, Ollie Pope, Jonny Bairstow, and the dangerous Ben Stokes. The pacer's fourth victim, Stokes, fell for 47 runs, contributing significantly to England's total of 253. Bumrah's spell proved decisive in shifting the momentum in favor of the Indian team.
Fastest to 150:
Jasprit Bumrah accomplished the milestone in just 34 Test matches, breaking the previous record held by Indian legend Kapil Dev, who achieved the feat in 39 matches. Notably, Bumrah now joins an elite list as the joint-third-fastest Indian to reach the 150-wicket mark, sharing the position with Erapalli Prasanna and Anil Kumble. Ravichandran Ashwin (29) and Ravindra Jadeja (32) remain the only Indians to achieve this milestone faster than Bumrah.
Consistent Dominance Against England:
Bumrah's exceptional performance against England has been highlighted by his completion of 50 Test wickets against the opposition at an impressive average of 21.18. This marks his third fifer against England, showcasing his dominance. Playing his sixth home Test, Bumrah has taken 26 wickets at a remarkable average of 12.80.
Exceptional Bowling Average:
With a current bowling average of 20.29, Bumrah stands as the second-best among bowlers with 150 or more Test wickets, trailing only behind England's Sydney Barnes (16.43). In the context of Indian bowlers, Bumrah outshines with his exceptional average, with Ravichandran Ashwin trailing at 26.57.
SENA Club and Hat-Trick Hero:
Bumrah joins an elite club of six Indians who have taken over 100 wickets in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia). His impressive tally of 113 wickets places him just behind the likes of Kumble, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Zaheer Khan, and Kapil. Furthermore, Bumrah boasts the joint second-most five-fifers (6) in SENA nations for India, sharing the position with Zaheer and Bhagwath Chandrasekhar, and trailing only behind Kapil (7). Additionally, Bumrah has a Test hat-trick to his name, achieved in 2019 against West Indies in Kingston.
Match Summary:
In the ongoing Test in Visakhapatnam, Team India posted a formidable total of 396 after opting to bat first. Yashasvi Jaiswal's magnificent century (209) was the highlight, while James Anderson's brilliance saw him scalping three wickets. Bumrah's impactful six-wicket haul restricted England to 253, with Kuldeep Yadav also chipping in with three crucial dismissals. Ben Stokes top-scored for England with 47 runs.
Jasprit Bumrah's rapid ascent to 150 Test wickets underscores his prowess as one of the finest fast bowlers in the cricketing world. His consistently stellar performances, particularly against England, and his remarkable statistics in various facets of the game make him a key asset for Team India. As the Visakhapatnam Test continues, cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate more match-defining moments from the talented pacer.
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