Jasprit Bumrah Crowned ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year 2024
Jasprit Bumrah, India’s pace icon, has been named the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year 2024. He had a phenomenal year, dominating in both home and away conditions. After a long injury layoff, Bumrah returned to red-ball cricket. He delivered his best-ever Test performances, finishing 2024 as the top wicket-taker.
Bumrah took 71 wickets in 13 matches. That not only topped the world charts. It also set new benchmarks for consistency and excellence. His achievements helped keep India in the ICC World Test Championship race. They also strengthened his legacy as one of the greatest Test pacers.
Jasprit Bumrah’s Test Record in 2024
The numbers speak for themselves. Bumrah’s 2024 Test stats highlight his dominance and impact on the game:
- Matches: 13
- Wickets: 71
- Bowling Average: 14.92
- Strike Rate: 30.1
- Overs Bowled: 357
- Economy Rate: 2.96
Bumrah’s 70-plus wickets make him only the fourth Indian bowler to do so in a year. He joins legends like Kapil Dev, Anil Kumble, and Ravichandran Ashwin. Among the 17 bowlers in Test history to achieve this feat, Bumrah’s 14.92 average is the best ever.
Dominance in Home and Away Conditions
Bumrah’s brilliance was clear in 2024. He excelled in varied conditions, leading India to key Test wins.
Home Series Highlights:
- Against England: Bumrah took 19 wickets in the five-Test series at home. His efforts helped India win 4-1.
- Against Bangladesh: Bumrah’s efforts were key to winning another series at home.
Away Series Highlights:
- South Africa: In a famous Test win in Cape Town, Bumrah took eight wickets. India beat the Proteas by eight wickets.
- Australia: Bumrah had a career-defining performance in the high-stakes Border-Gavaskar Series. He took 32 wickets in five Tests and won the Player of the Series award.
Memorable Performance Against Australia in Perth
‘Game Changer’ Jasprit Bumrah is awarded the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year 2024 🥁🥁
Bumrah took 71 wickets at a stunning average of 14.92, finishing as the highest wicket taker in Test cricket in 2024.#TeamIndia | @Jaspritbumrah93 pic.twitter.com/WHUciUK2Qb
— BCCI (@BCCI) January 27, 2025
Bumrah had many incredible performances. His best was in the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Series in Perth. With regular skipper Rohit Sharma unavailable, Bumrah took charge. He led India to a famous victory.
Key Stats from the Match:
- First Innings Figures: 5/30
- Second Innings Figures: 3/42
- Result: India won by 295 runs
After India’s 150 all out on Day 1, Bumrah took five wickets to keep Australia in check. After India scored 534 in their second innings, Bumrah took three wickets to seal the win. This victory was Australia’s first-ever loss at the iconic Perth venue. It highlighted Bumrah’s ability to perform under pressure.
Breaking Records in 2024
In 2024, Bumrah’s feats set records and reached personal milestones.
- 2024’s Top Wicket-Taker: His 71 wickets beat England’s Gus Atkinson, who had 52.
- 200 Test Wickets Milestone: Bumrah became the 12th Indian bowler to take 200 Test wickets. He achieved this during the Border-Gavaskar Series.
- Best Average in Test History for 200+ Wickets: Bumrah’s average of 19.4 is the best for bowlers with over 200 wickets. It is the only average below 20.
Legacy of Jasprit Bumrah’s 2024 Season
Jasprit Bumrah’s 2024 season was historic. It cements his place among the all-time greats of Test cricket. Bumrah proved his mettle as a match-winner. He led India’s bowling attack at home and spearheaded its success overseas. He stood out from his peers. He had a knack for breakthroughs. He also succeeded in batter-friendly conditions.
Bumrah’s achievements, as the 2024 ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year, show his skill and hard work. With the ICC World Test Championship final ahead, India will look
to their pace spearhead to continue his great form in 2025.
