Jasprit Bumrah Reaches 150 Test Wickets Milestone, Becomes Fastest Indian Pacer

India vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah has made history in the cricketing world by becoming the fastest Indian pacer to reach the milestone of 150 Test wickets. During the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam, Bumrah delivered a beautiful cutter to dismiss Ben Stokes, marking his 150th wicket in just 34 Test matches. This achievement places Bumrah alongside legendary spinners such as Anil Kumble and Erapalli Prasanna, as the third-fastest Indian bowler to accomplish this feat.

The record for the fastest to claim 150 Test wickets among Indian players still belongs to R Ashwin, who achieved the milestone in just 29 matches, a testament to his exceptional skill and dedication. Following closely behind are Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Anil Kumble, and Erapalli Prasanna, each leaving their mark on the cricketing world with their remarkable prowess.

Bumrah’s journey to 150 Test wickets has been marked by an impressive bowling average of over 20.7, ranking him among the top bowlers with 150 or more Test scalps. His career-best Test innings figures of 6/27 against West Indies in Kingston in 2019, which included a hat-trick, highlight his exceptional talent and skill.

The fans and experts were in awe of Bumrah’s performance in the ongoing Test series against England. In the second Test, Bumrah delivered a sensational spell, ruthlessly taking down Ollie Pope’s stumps and outsmarting Joe Root once again. Bumrah’s impeccable execution and lethal yorker left no room for escape, showcasing his dominance on the field.

With this milestone, Bumrah has solidified his position as a key player in Indian cricket, and his exceptional talent continues to mesmerize fans worldwide. He represents the future of Indian fast bowlers, carrying forward the legacy of legendary players like Kapil Dev and Zaheer Khan. As Bumrah’s career progresses, it will be exciting to see how many more records he conquers.