Jasprit Bumrah, one of India’s premier fast bowlers, has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the sixth Indian pacer to take 400 international wickets. This achievement places him among the elite group of Indian bowlers who have made significant contributions to the sport. Bumrah’s journey to this milestone has been marked by exceptional performances, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
The Milestone Achievement
Bumrah reached this milestone during the first Test against Bangladesh at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. On Day 2 of the Test, Bumrah took three crucial wickets in the first two sessions, dismissing Shadman Islam, Mushfiqur Rahim, and Hasan Mahmud. His 400th wicket came when he dismissed Hasan Mahmud, making him only the 10th Indian bowler to achieve this feat.
Jasprit Bumrah’s Career Highlights
Jasprit Bumrah’s career has been nothing short of extraordinary. Since making his debut in 2016, he has consistently delivered match-winning performances across all formats of the game.
- Test Cricket: Bumrah has taken 162 wickets in Test matches, showcasing his ability to adapt to different conditions and formats. His unique bowling action and ability to generate pace and bounce have made him a formidable force in red-ball cricket.
- ODI Cricket: In One Day Internationals, Bumrah has claimed 149 wickets, often providing crucial breakthroughs for India in limited-overs cricket. His accuracy and ability to bowl yorkers at will have earned him the reputation of being one of the best death bowlers in the world.
- T20I Cricket: Bumrah has also excelled in T20 Internationals, taking 89 wickets. His performances in the shortest format of the game have been instrumental in India’s success in various T20 tournaments.
Jasprit Bumrah has the 2nd Best Bowling Average among Pacers (Min 400 Wickets)
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Joining the Elite Club
With this achievement, Bumrah joins an elite club of Indian pacers who have taken 400 or more international wickets. The other members of this prestigious group include:
- Kapil Dev: 687 wickets
- Zaheer Khan: 597 wickets
- Javagal Srinath: 551 wickets
- Mohammed Shami: 448 wickets
- Ishant Sharma: 434 wickets
At just 30 years old, Bumrah has many more years of cricket ahead of him. His fitness and form will be crucial as India prepares for upcoming international tournaments, including the ICC Cricket World Cup and various bilateral series. Bumrah’s presence in the team not only strengthens the bowling attack but also provides valuable experience and mentorship to younger bowlers.
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