Jasprit Bumrah Sets New Records in First Test Against England
Bumrah's Historic Achievements
In the first Test match against England at Headingley, Jasprit Bumrah showcased his exceptional talent, becoming a pivotal figure in India's bowling lineup. He made history by being the first Asian bowler to achieve 150 Test wickets in SENA countries, surpassing renowned players such as Waqar Younis, Muttiah Muralitharan, and Anil Kumble.
Additionally, Bumrah equaled the record for the most five-wicket hauls by an Indian bowler in away Tests, matching the legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev. Remarkably, he accomplished this in just 64 innings, while it took Kapil Dev 108 innings to reach the same milestone.
Five-Wicket Hauls Record Table
| Rank | Player | 5-Wicket Hauls | Innings Taken |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasprit Bumrah | 12 | 64 |
| 1 | Kapil Dev | 12 | 108 |
| 3 | Anil Kumble | 10 | 121 |
| 4 | Ishant Sharma | 9 | 111 |
Bumrah's outstanding performance in the first Test included taking five wickets, which significantly pressured the English batting lineup. After a brief hiatus from Test cricket due to an injury sustained during the Sydney Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, he has returned to form. To manage his recovery, Bumrah is set to participate in only three Tests during the England tour.