Jasprit Bumrah Smashes Record: Most Runs in a 1 Over in Test Cricket
Jasprit Bumrah’s Record-Breaking 35-Run Over Against Stuart Broad India’s Test vice-captain, Jasprit Bumrah, is a great bowler. He also has an amazing batting record. In the 2022 Birmingham Test against England, Bumrah hit 35 runs in an over by Stuart Broad. This set a new Test cricket record.
This feat puts Bumrah ahead of big-hitters like Shahid Afridi, who held the record. On December 16, 2024, Bumrah brought it up at a press conference after Day 3 of the Gabba Test against Australia. A reporter had asked him about his batting achievement.
How Bumrah Scored 35 Runs in an Over
In the Birmingham Test, Bumrah faced Stuart Broad. He then batted brilliantly, scoring 35 runs in a single over. Here’s how the over unfolded:
- Wide for four runs: Broad started with a wayward delivery that raced to the boundary.
- No-ball for four runs: A full toss off a no-ball added a boundary. It made 10 runs without a legitimate delivery.
- Six: Bumrah followed up by smashing Broad for a massive six.
- Three consecutive fours: Bumrah then struck three consecutive boundaries with precision.
- Another six: He lifted Broad for his second six of the over.
- A single off the last ball set the record for the most runs in a Test over. It was Bumrah’s over.
The over’s 35 runs is the highest in Test cricket. It beat Shahid Afridi’s 27-run over against Harbhajan Singh in 2006.
Bumrah’s Heroics as Stand-In Captain
Bumrah’s record-breaking feat came in a high-pressure situation. He was leading India in the absence of regular captain Rohit Sharma. He scored 31 runs in the first innings, showcasing his resilience with both bat and ball.
However, despite Bumrah’s efforts, India lost the one-off Test to England by seven wickets. This allowed England to level the series at 2-2.
Top 10 Most Runs in a Single Over in Test Cricket
Here’s how Bumrah’s record compares to other remarkable performances in Test cricket:
| Player | Runs Scored | Bowler | How Were Runs Collected | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah | 35 | Stuart Broad | 4W, 4nb, 6,4,4,4,6,1 | Birmingham, 2022 |
| Brian Lara | 28 | Robin Peterson | 4,6,6,4,4,4 | Johannesburg, 2003 |
| George Bailey | 28 | James Anderson | 4,6,2,4,6,6 | Perth 2013 |
| Keshav Maharaj | 28 | Joe Root | 4,4,4,6,6,b4 | Port Elizabeth, 2019 |
| Shahid Afridi | 27 | Harbhajan Singh | 6,6,6,6,2,1 | Lahore, 2005 |
| Harry Brook | 27 | Zahid Mahmood | 6,4,4,4,6,3 | Rawalpindi, 2022 |
| CD McMilan | 26 | Younis Khan | 4,4,4,4,6,4 | Hamilton, 2000 |
| Brian Lara | 26 | Danish Kaneria | 4,0,6,6,6,4 | Multan, 2006 |
| MG Johnson | 26 | PL Harris | 4,4,6,0,6,6 | Johannseburg, 2008 |
| Brendon McCullum | 26 | RAS Lakmal | 4,6,6,0,4,6 | Christchurch, 2014 |
Bumrah’s achievement is remarkable. It came from a player who is mainly a bowler. It shows his ability to deliver in unexpected ways.
Bumrah’s Response to the Reporter
At a recent press conference at the Gabba, a reporter asked Bumrah about India’s batting woes. He implied Bumrah wasn’t the right person to assess the situation.
Bumrah responded with a humorous jab, saying: “It’s an interesting question. But, you are questioning my batting ability. You should use Google and see who has got the most number of runs in a Test over. But, jokes apart. That’s another story.”
His joke referenced his historic 35-run over. It reminded everyone of his unique place in cricket history.
Jasprit Bumrah’s 35-run over to Stuart Broad is a defining moment in Test cricket. While known for his lethal bowling, this feat shows Bumrah’s versatility. It shows he can shine in unexpected roles.
As India seeks to regain form in series, Bumrah’s leadership will be key to success
