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NEW DELHI: On this day, ten years ago, Indian cricket witnessed the beginning of something truly special. Jasprit Bumrah made his way into international cricket and what followed was nothing short of remarkable.

From an unconventional action to unplayable spells, Bumrah’s journey over the past decade has reshaped how India views fast bowling.


In the last ten years, Bumrah has firmly etched his name among the finest fast bowlers the game has ever produced. Across formats and conditions, he has delivered spell after spell that felt like pure genius.

From long, troubling spells in Test cricket around the world to masterful bursts in T20s, Bumrah has mastered every skill required to succeed in today’s fast-paced game.

Numbers that underline greatness

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The numbers only reinforce the impact. In Test cricket, Bumrah has taken 234 wickets in 52 matches at a staggering average of 19.79. Sixteen five-wicket hauls speak volumes about his match-winning ability, while being named Player of the Series in all SENA countries except New Zealand highlights his dominance overseas.

In white-ball cricket too, Bumrah has been India’s backbone. He has claimed 149 wickets in 89 ODIs and 103 wickets in T20 internationals, operating at an economy rate of just 6.43. In an era where 200-run totals are common, that level of control stands out even more.

Spells that built a legacy

Some spells define careers, and Bumrah has delivered several. His 6 for 33 at the Boxing Day Test against Australia remains iconic, playing a crucial role in India’s first-ever Test series win on Australian soil.

Bumrah also proved his worth on home surfaces as well, where pacers generally doesn’t get much help. His 6 for 45 against England in Visakhapatnam showed that even in the Indian subcontinent, where pacers rarely get much assistance, he can still dominate.

Then came the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. In New York, defending a modest total of 119 against arch-rivals Pakistan, Bumrah produced a spell that is now regarded as one of the greatest in T20 history. Four overs for just 14 runs and 3 massive wickets. Pakistan had no answers to his variations and composure under pressure.

Still India’s bowling cornerstone

Beyond the headline spells, Bumrah has delivered countless performances that quietly turned matches in India’s favour. He has faced injury setbacks along the way, yet every return has only reinforced his importance.

Even now, a decade after his international debut, Bumrah remains the focal point of India’s bowling attack across formats. Captains trust him with the toughest overs, teammates rely on his calm, and opponents know that one spell can change everything.

Ten years on, Jasprit Bumrah isn’t just India’s pace spearhead. He’s a symbol of consistency, control, and quiet brilliance. And his story, remarkably, still feels far from finished.