India’s ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah has accomplished a significant milestone by becoming the first bowler to claim 50 Test wickets in the 2024 season. Bumrah achieved this landmark during the ongoing day-night Test in Adelaide against Australia, where he secured the crucial dismissal of opener Usman Khawaja to provide India with their first breakthrough on Day 1. This achievement further solidifies Bumrah’s reputation as one of Indian cricket’s most exceptional fast bowlers.
Bumrah has now entered the distinguished ranks of Kapil Dev and Zaheer Khan, becoming only the third Indian pacer to achieve 50 Test wickets in a single calendar year. His exceptional performance across 11 matches in 2024 stands out, boasting a stellar average of 15.14 and an impressive economy rate of just 3.00. These remarkable figures highlight his influence on the game, solidifying his role as a cornerstone of India’s bowling line-up.
Jasprit Bumrah has been in furious form during the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. His most notable display came in the Perth Test, where he delivered a masterful spell, claiming figures of 5/30 in the first innings and securing a total of eight wickets in the match. His skill in generating movement and sustaining unwavering precision has posed significant challenges for Australia’s top-order batters, providing India with a competitive edge in testing conditions.
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On Day 1 in Adelaide, Jasprit Bumrah once again showcased his brilliance by removing Khawaja early, providing India with a crucial breakthrough following a subpar batting performance. India managed a modest total of 180 in their first innings, largely due to Nitish Kumar Reddy’s gritty lower-order resistance. The responsibility now firmly lies on the bowling attack to stage a strong comeback, with Bumrah spearheading the effort.
Bumrah’s achievement underscores his versatility and unwavering commitment to excellence across all conditions. Be it the pace-friendly tracks of Australia or the spin-dominated surfaces in Asia, he consistently delivers game-changing performances.
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