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Jasprit Bumrah etched his name in history by achieving his 11th five-wicket haul in Test cricket during the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. Matching Kapil Dev’s record in SENA nations, Bumrah showcased exceptional skill, consistency, and leadership, further cementing his legacy as one of cricket’s finest.
Bumrah’s Historic Achievement
Indian pacer and stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah made history during the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.
On Day 2, Bumrah claimed his 11th five-wicket haul in Test cricket, becoming the joint-highest Indian bowler in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia) nations.
This remarkable feat places him alongside the legendary Kapil Dev, who achieved the same in 62 innings.
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Bumrah, however, reached this milestone in just 51 innings, highlighting his exceptional consistency and skill.
His performance also earned him a place among the top 10 Indian bowlers with the most fifers in Test cricket.
Standout Performance Against SENA Nations
What sets Bumrah apart is his extraordinary record against SENA opponents, with an impressive average of 22.
This surpasses even legendary bowlers like Wasim Akram, Imran Khan, and Waqar Younis.
His bowling brilliance was on full display as he struck crucial blows to dismantle the Australian batting lineup.
Bumrah’s spell included dismissals of key batters like Alex Carey, Usman Khawaja, and Steve Smith.
A short-of-length delivery that removed Carey showcased his precision, while a full in-swinger sent Smith packing for a golden duck.
Leadership Under Pressure
India had collapsed for just 150 runs on Day 1, leaving Bumrah to lead the fightback as a skipper.
He delivered early breakthroughs, trapping debutant Nathan McSweeney lbw and taking two wickets in a single over.
Despite challenges, such as a dropped catch by Virat Kohli, Bumrah maintained his focus, inspiring his team with his stellar performance.
Bumrah’s achievements as both a bowler and leader reaffirm his status as one of cricket’s finest.
With records tumbling and his influence growing, the Indian pacer continues to carve a unique legacy in Test cricket.
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