Jasprit Bumrah Reflects on His Versatile Cricket Journey

Jasprit Bumrah, the celebrated Indian fast bowler, reflects on his diverse cricketing journey, recalling his college days as an all-rounder. In 2025, he achieved remarkable success, taking 45 wickets and contributing to Team India's Asia Cup victory. As he approaches the 2026 season, Bumrah is just 14 wickets away from reaching the milestone of 500 international wickets, a feat that would solidify his legacy in cricket. Discover more about his journey and aspirations in this article.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 2, 2026, 20:01 IST

A Glimpse into Bumrah's College Days

Jasprit Bumrah, the renowned Indian fast bowler, recently reminisced about his college cricket days, where he played a vastly different role than his current reputation as a pace bowler. He shared that during one particular match, he showcased his versatility by bowling off-spin, keeping wickets, and batting at the number six position. A video shared by the Mumbai Indians (MI) franchise captured Bumrah having a light-hearted moment while wearing wicketkeeping gloves during an IPL training session, a stark contrast to his usual role with the ball.

Impressive Performance in 2025

In the year 2025, Bumrah had an outstanding season, claiming 45 wickets across 21 matches with an impressive average of 21.77 and an economy rate of 3.44. His performance included three five-wicket hauls in 25 innings, all achieved in Test matches, with his best figures being 5/27. Additionally, he played a crucial role in leading Team India to victory in the Asia Cup and helped the Mumbai Indians reach the IPL playoffs, where he secured 18 wickets in 12 matches at an average of 17.55, including a notable five-wicket haul.

Chasing a New Record in 2026

As Bumrah embarks on the 2026 season, he is on the verge of a significant milestone. He aims to become the eighth Indian bowler and the fourth Indian pacer to achieve 500 international wickets, needing just 14 more to reach this landmark. Currently, he has taken 486 wickets in 224 matches, maintaining an average of 20.60, along with 18 five-wicket hauls and best figures of 6/19.