Celebrating Jasprit Bumrah: Key Stats Highlighting His Cricketing Excellence
Jasprit Bumrah's Journey in Cricket
As Jasprit Bumrah celebrates his 32nd birthday on December 6, we reflect on his remarkable journey since his debut in 2016. This article highlights five significant statistics that underscore his status as India's leading bowler in the modern era.
A Rising Star in Indian Cricket
Bumrah, who made his international debut in an ODI against Australia, has established himself as a cornerstone of India's bowling lineup across all formats. Over the past nine years, he has become synonymous with reliability and impact, setting new benchmarks for fast bowling in India.
Impressive Wicket Tally
In his 221 matches, Bumrah has claimed 482 wickets, including 18 five-wicket hauls, boasting an impressive average of 20.60 and an economy rate of 3.65. This performance is unmatched by any Indian bowler since his entry into international cricket.
To put this in perspective, Ravichandran Ashwin follows with 418 wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja has 404. Among fast bowlers, Mohammed Shami has taken 323 wickets, and Mohammed Siraj has 226, highlighting Bumrah's exceptional consistency.
Dominance in Test Cricket
Bumrah made his Test debut against South Africa in 2018 and has since become a formidable force. He has taken 234 wickets at an outstanding average of 19.79 across 52 matches, placing him among the elite fast bowlers in Test history.
For comparison, Malcolm Marshall, a West Indies legend, took 376 wickets at an average of 20.94, while Joe Garner had 259 wickets at 20.97, showcasing Bumrah's remarkable standing.
Exceptional Overseas Performance
Bumrah's prowess is particularly evident in overseas conditions, where he has secured 262 wickets compared to 220 at home, accounting for approximately 54% of his total international wickets. His overseas Test record is equally impressive, with 172 of his 234 Test wickets coming from foreign pitches.
Success in SENA Nations
In SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia), Bumrah has excelled, taking 316 wickets at an average of 23.38 and an economy rate of 3.54. He is the only Indian bowler to achieve 300 wickets across formats in these nations since his debut.
Notably, 193 of these wickets were taken in Test matches, emphasizing his dominance in the longest format.
Record-Breaking World Test Championship Cycle
Bumrah also holds the record for the best bowling average in a single World Test Championship cycle (2023-25) with a minimum of 50 wickets, finishing with 77 wickets at an average of 15.09. This achievement surpasses that of Kagiso Rabada and Ravichandran Ashwin.
His remarkable performance in the last WTC cycle not only made him one of the top wicket-takers but also showcased his ability to deliver game-changing spells.