Jasprit Bumrah’s 200 Test Wickets Break Records, Surpasses Pollock
Jasprit Bumrah is now one of India’s greatest bowlers. He took 200 Test wickets in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the MCG. This achievement put the Mumbai-born pacer in the record books. It also surpassed legends like Shaun Pollock and Joel Garner.
Jasprit Bumrah: The First Bowler with 200 Wickets at Under 20 Average
Bumrah’s milestone is more than just a number. He has taken 200 wickets at an average of 19.38. This is an unmatched benchmark in Test cricket. This makes Bumrah the first bowler to take 200 wickets at under a 20 average.
The Indian pacer has troubled world-class batters. His record run in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy proves it. He has several match-winning performances, including multiple five-wicket hauls.
Jasprit Bumrah Surpasses Shaun Pollock and Joel Garner
Jasprit Bumrah has redefined consistency. He has also achieved a feat unmatched by cricket’s greats. Bumrah conceded just 3,912 runs to reach his 200th wicket. He now has the fewest runs among bowlers with 200+ Test wickets.
Here’s how he compares to some of the legends of the game:
1) Jasprit Bumrah (India): 3,912 runs
A Record-Breaking Spree in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Bumrah’s amazing stats come in the middle of a great Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Bumrah has been India’s MVP in Tests. He took five-wicket hauls in key innings and delivered match-winning spells.
His 202 wickets at 19.38 shows his skill on tough pitches and against top batsmen.
Key Stats: Jasprit Bumrah’s Impact in Test Cricket
- Wickets Taken: 202
- Bowling Average: 19.38 (lowest for any bowler with over 200 wickets)
- Runs Conceded for 200 Wickets: 3,912 (record-breaking)
- Series Performance: Multiple fifers in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Jasprit Bumrah’s 200 Test wickets put him among the game’s elite bowlers. They also raised the bar for modern pacers. His dominance, precision, and composure make him a top fast bowler in cricket.