With an awkward action, Jasprit Bumrah never fails to deceive the best of batsmen. Within no time, he has become the captain's first-choice opening and death bowler across all the three formats. Representing Gujarat in the domestic cricket, Bumrah bowls for Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL). It won't be unfair to credit Sri Lanka's veteran speedster Lasith Malinga for Bumrah's success in international cricket. Having played together for Mumbai in the IPL, Bumrah has learnt a lot from the million-dollar arm-pacer, who has an equally odd bowling action. He first played for India in an ODI match on January 23, 2016, at Sydney. His T20I debut too came soon after as he took the field against the same opponents at Adelaide on January 26, 2016. The Ahmedabad-born fast bowler had to wait for two years before debuting in the longest format of cricket. Bumrah's Test debut came in January 2018 at Cape Town.
Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah have been two star bowlers for India in recent times. Siraj was exceptional during the five-match Test series against England, and particularly in the final match. Here is a statistical comparison between Siraj and Bumrah after 41 Tests.
BCCI will soon warn all-format players against selectively skipping matches, stressing that such a culture won't be tolerated. While bowlers' workload will still be managed, the board seeks a more objective, transparent approach moving forward.
Indian pacers Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna bowled their hearts out in an undefeated spell of nearly nine overs to dismiss England on the final day of the Oval Test as the visitors eked out a thrilling six-run win. The series ended with a 2-2 draw.
Former Australia pacer Glenn McGrath recently came forward and talked about what India's ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah needs to do to manage his workload better after he was released from India's squad amid the fifth Test against England.
Glenn McGrath says the recent India-England and Australia-India Test series have revived his confidence in the format, calling Test cricket 'alive and well.' He also weighed in on Jasprit Bumrah’s workload, stressing the need for strong support from other pacers.
Jasprit Bumrah was not part of the Indian Playing XI for the fifth Test against England as he had already played the pre-decided number of three Tests during the series. Bumrah has now been released from the squad for the final Test in London.
The fifth and final Test between India and England at the Kennington Oval in London commenced on Thursday (July 31). Jasprit Bumrah was the focus for many as he was rested yet again, having fulfilled his quota of playing three Tests in the five-match series.
India ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been rested from the fifth Test against England, being played at the Oval. India made four changes to the playing XI. They are trailing 2-1 in the five-match series and will be hopeful to get the job done and finish the series on level terms.
The fifth and final Test between England and India got underway today at the Kennington Oval in London. The stand-in captain of the hosts, Ollie Pope, won the toss and England have opted to bowl first on a green deck. India have made four changes to their playing XI. Here are playing XIs:
England have already confirmed their playing XI for the fifth and final Test at the Oval, with four changes and the Indian side could have as many changes too. England are 2-1 ahead in the series, and India would be keen to get to a stalemate at the end of a long series.
India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is set to miss the fifth Test against England. He clinched 14 wickets in the series and is currently the joint second-highest wicket-taker. The workload management remains the reason behind his absence. Akash Deep is set to replace him.
Jasprit Bumrah has played the pre-decided number of three Test matches in the ongoing Test series against England. However, with the series on the line, many expect him to feature in the final Test. Sitanshu Kotak claimed that while Bumrah is fit, a call on his workload will be taken soon.
There is a short turnaround for India and England, with only a three-day gap between the fourth and fifth Test. After eking out a heroic draw, India are yet again likely to make a few changes to their playing XI. Here are 4 changes likely in India's playing XI
India managed to draw the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford in Manchester with a heroic show on the final day. With series still alive, all eyes are now on fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah who has played three out of four Tests. Will he play the final game? Here's an update
India pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah conceded over 100 runs in an innings for the first time in his Test career. India had a very rough outing in the fourth Test against England in Manchester. England are in control of the game and will be hoping to extend the lead 3-1.
Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif recently came forward and made a massive claim around Jasprit Bumrah and his consistent injury concerns ahead of day 4 of the ongoing fourth Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025.
Team India's bowling coach Morne Morkel took centre stage and provide an update on Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj after the two pacers suffered niggles on day 3 of the ongoing fourth Test against England.
Form is a huge thing not only for batters but also for the bowlers. Over the years, several players enjoyed brilliant form in Test cricket for the whole year. Even some of the Indian bowlers have picked a plethora of wickets in the entire year in Tests. Here's the list:
Jasprit Bumrah has been India's maestro bowler in recent times, having been a go-to man for the Indian team. Here are Bumrah's best bowling figures in Test cricket.
Harry Brook admitted that when England got back at India in the fourth innings with respect to sledging, it mounted further pressure on the visitors and emotions getting the better of the players made for a good theatre at Lord's.