Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah is an Indian International Cricketer. He made his first international appearance in an ODI against Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground on Jan 23, 2016. He is the third Indian to take a Test hat-trick.

Full Name: Jasprit Jasbirsingh Bumrah

NickName: Yorker King

Birth Date: December 06, 1993

Birthplace: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Nationality: India

Jersey Number: 93

Height: 5 ft 10 in

Role: Bowler

Batting Style: Right Handed Bat

Bowling Style: Right-arm fast-medium

Major Teams

India, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat, West Zone, India A, India Green

Career Statistics

Jasprit Bumrah’s International and IPL Debut

Test debut vs South Africa at Newlands, Jan 05, 2018

Last Test vs New Zealand at Hagley Oval, Feb 29, 2020

ODI debut vs Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground, Jan 23, 2016

Last ODI vs New Zealand at Bay Oval, Feb 11, 2020

T20 debut vs Australia at Adelaide Oval, Jan 26, 2016

Last T20 vs New Zealand at Bay Oval, Feb 02, 2020

IPL debut vs Royal Challengers Bangalore at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Apr 04, 2013

Last IPL vs Chennai Super Kings at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, May 12, 2019

International Career

Jasprit Bumrah’s career can be divided into several phases, each marked by significant achievements and milestones that have cemented his place as one of the premier fast bowlers in world cricket.

1. Early Career and International Debut (2016): Bumrah burst onto the international scene in January 2016, making his ODI debut against Australia. He immediately made an impact, picking up his maiden ODI wicket in his first match. He followed this up with a T20I debut in the same series, where he impressed with his ability to bowl yorkers and variations. Bumrah’s unique bowling action and accuracy set him apart, and he quickly became a regular in the Indian limited-overs squads.

2. 2016 ICC World Twenty20 and Zimbabwe Tour (2016): Bumrah’s performances in the 2016 ICC World Twenty20 were crucial to India’s campaign. Despite a high economy rate in the semi-final against West Indies, he picked up key wickets throughout the tournament. His standout performance came during India’s tour of Zimbabwe, where he was the highest wicket-taker in both the ODI and T20I series.

3. Rise in Limited Overs Cricket (2016-2019): Bumrah continued to excel in limited-overs cricket, becoming known for his ability to bowl at the death and restrict the opposition. He played a crucial role in India’s series wins against England, Sri Lanka, and New Zealand. His performances in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy were commendable, and he emerged as a key bowler for India in white-ball cricket.

4. Test Debut and Overseas Success (2018): Bumrah made his Test debut against South Africa in January 2018 and made an immediate impact. He picked up his maiden five-wicket haul in Tests during the Johannesburg Test, showcasing his ability to excel in challenging conditions. Bumrah’s success in overseas Tests continued, with notable performances in England, Australia, and South Africa.

5. 2019 Cricket World Cup: Bumrah played a crucial role in India’s campaign in the 2019 Cricket World Cup, finishing as the team’s leading wicket-taker. His performances earned him accolades and established him as one of the best fast bowlers in the world. Bumrah’s consistency across all formats of the game has been remarkable, and he continues to be a key player for India in all formats.

6. Achievements and Records (2020-2022): Bumrah’s performances in T20 cricket earned him a place in the ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Decade for 2011-2020. He also achieved success in Test cricket, becoming the first Indian fast bowler to take five-wicket hauls in Australia, England, and South Africa in the same calendar year. Bumrah’s rise to the number one ranking in the ICC Test bowlers’ rankings further solidified his status as one of the best in the world.

7. Continued Excellence and Future Prospects (2023-present): Bumrah’s performances in 2023, including his impressive showing in the 2023 Cricket World Cup, where he was India’s leading wicket-taker, have been exceptional. He has continued to evolve as a bowler, adding new dimensions to his game and remaining a vital cog in India’s bowling attack. As he continues to mature and gain experience, Bumrah looks set to be a key player for India in the years to come.

Domestic Cricket

Jasprit Bumrah’s journey to the international and IPL stage was not without its challenges. Despite his talent, his unconventional bowling action raised concerns among selectors early in his career. When asked by Anil Patel, then secretary of the Central Board of Cricket, Ahmedabad, Bumrah appeared at the under-19 selection trials but was named as a reserve due to his bowling action. However, after the district team won the first three matches, all three reserve players were given a chance in the fourth three-day match, where Bumrah shone, taking seven wickets.

Bumrah made his T20 debut for Gujarat against Maharashtra in the 2012–13 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and played a crucial role in his team’s victory in the final against Punjab, where he was named Man of the Match for his figures of 3/14.

His performances in domestic cricket caught the eye of John Wright, then the head coach of Mumbai Indians, who invited Bumrah to sign up for the franchise after being impressed by his bowling in a match against Mumbai. Bumrah made his first-class debut for Gujarat against Vidarbha in October 2013, where he announced his arrival with a seven-wicket haul.

Despite his early success, Bumrah faced challenges regarding his bowling action. During the 2015–16 Vijay Hazare Trophy, umpires raised concerns about his action after the first two matches. However, the issue was resolved after the team management protested against it. Bumrah continued to excel, playing a crucial role in Gujarat’s victory in the tournament, including a five-wicket haul in the final against Delhi.

IPL Career

During the 2013–14 season of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Jasprit Bumrah caught the eye of John Wright, the head coach of the IPL franchise Mumbai Indians (MI), who invited him to sign up for the team. Bumrah accepted the offer and has been a vital player for Mumbai Indians ever since, helping the team win the IPL title five times in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020. He has played 120 matches for Mumbai Indians in the IPL, taking 145 wickets at an average of 23.30 and an economy rate of 7.39, making him the second-highest wicket-taker for the team after Lasith Malinga.

Bumrah made an impact in his IPL debut match at the age of 19, finishing with figures of 3/32 against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Despite Virat Kohli hitting him for three fours in his first four deliveries, Bumrah managed to dismiss him, securing his maiden IPL wicket. He played only two matches in his debut season but was retained by Mumbai Indians for the 2014 season. In the 2014 season, Bumrah played 11 matches, finishing as the team’s fifth leading wicket-taker with five wickets.

In the 2016 IPL season, Bumrah took four 3-wicket hauls and was Mumbai Indians’ second-leading wicket-taker with 15 wickets. His standout performance came against Delhi Daredevils at Visakhapatnam, where he took three wickets for just thirteen runs. In the 2017 season, Bumrah was the leading wicket-taker for Mumbai Indians and the third-leading wicket-taker of the tournament, taking 20 wickets. He played a crucial role in the final against Rising Pune Supergiant, where he took two wickets, including the crucial wicket of MS Dhoni, helping Mumbai Indians lift the trophy.

In the 2018 IPL season, Bumrah took 17 wickets, finishing as the second leading wicket-taker for Mumbai Indians. His best performance came against Kings XI Punjab, where he took 3 wickets for 15 runs. In the 2019 season, despite suffering a shoulder injury in the first match, Bumrah continued to play and was instrumental in Mumbai Indians’ title-winning campaign. He finished as the leading wicket-taker for Mumbai Indians with 19 wickets.

Bumrah’s best IPL season came in 2020, where he took 27 wickets, becoming the highest wicket-taker for Mumbai Indians and the second-highest wicket-taker of the season. He took two four-wicket hauls in the season. In the 2021 season, Bumrah once again led the bowling attack for Mumbai Indians, taking 21 wickets in 14 matches and finishing as the team’s leading wicket-taker.

In the 2022 season, Bumrah took 15 wickets in 14 matches, finishing as the highest wicket-taker for Mumbai Indians. He took a five-wicket haul against Kolkata Knight Riders, with figures of 5/10, the best of his IPL career. Bumrah was ruled out of the 2023 IPL season due to a back injury. His consistent performances and ability to deliver in pressure situations have made him a key player for Mumbai Indians and one of the best bowlers in the history of the IPL.

Jasprit Bumrah Record’s

• He is the first Asian bowler to take 5 wickets in a test inning in South Africa, England and Australia during the same calendar year.
• He is also tḥe third-highest wicket-taker in test matches in a debut year with 48 wickets in 9 matches.
• In August 2016, he surpassed Dirk Nannes to claim most wickets (28) in Twenty20 Internationals in one calendar year.
• During the 2017 Sri Lanka tour, Bumrah recorded the most wickets (15) taken by any fast bowler in a bilateral ODI series of five or fewer matches.
• Jasprit Bumrah is second-fastest Indian after Mohammed Shami to pick 100th wicket in ODIs.
• He is the third Indian to take a Test hat-trick.