Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah etched his name into the record books during the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. With the wicket of Travis Head, Bumrah reached the landmark of 200 Test wickets in just 44 matches, becoming the fastest Indian pacer to achieve this feat. His achievement came as part of a stellar bowling performance, where he took 3 wickets in 10 balls, putting Australia under immense pressure.
Exceptional bowling averages
Bumrah’s bowling average of 19.5 is the best among bowlers with over 200 Test wickets, surpassing legendary players like Malcolm Marshall and Joel Garner.
| Bowler | Bowling Average |
|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah | 19.5 |
| Malcolm Marshall | 20.9 |
| Joel Garner | 21.0 |
| Curtly Ambrose | 21.0 |
Bumrah’s performance across opponents
Bumrah’s incredible consistency is evident from his statistics against various teams. His remarkable record against top teams showcases his prowess as a world-class bowler.
| Opponent | Matches | Wickets | Bowling Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| England | 14 | 60 | 22.17 |
| Australia | 11 | 60 | 17.27 |
| South Africa | 8 | 38 | 20.76 |
| West Indies | 2 | 13 | 9.23 |
| Bangladesh | 2 | 11 | 12.82 |
| Sri Lanka | 2 | 10 | 9.00 |
| New Zealand | 5 | 9 | 45.44 |
Fastest Indian Pacers to 200 Test Wickets
Bumrah achieved his 200th wicket faster than any other Indian pacer, following only R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in terms of matches taken among all Indian bowlers.
- R Ashwin: 38 matches
- Ravindra Jadeja: 44 matches
- Jasprit Bumrah: 44 matches
Match Context
Bumrah’s 200th wicket came during the 34th over of Australia’s innings, where he dismissed Travis Head for 1 run. His fiery spell dismantled Australia’s batting lineup, leaving them reeling at 85/5. This historic moment not only underlined Bumrah’s skill but also highlighted his importance to the Indian cricket team.
Jasprit Bumrah’s achievements reaffirm his stature as one of the finest bowlers in world cricket, and his continued dominance inspires cricket enthusiasts globally.
