India’s star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has surpassed Zaheer Khan’s record for the most Test wickets in a calendar year by an Indian pacer. Bumrah achieved this incredible feat on Saturday, during Day 2 of the second Test in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Jasprit Bumrah etched his name into the record books by dismissing Australian veteran Steve Smith, taking his tally to 52 wickets in 2024. This broke Zaheer Khan’s long-standing record of 51 wickets, which was set in 2002 at an average of 29. What makes Bumrah’s achievement even more remarkable is his astonishing average of 15.24 in 2024, highlighting his dominance and consistency throughout the year.
While Jasprit Bumrah now holds the third-highest tally for Indian pacers in a calendar year, the legendary Kapil Dev still tops this prestigious list. Kapil holds the top two spots with these remarkable records:
| Player | Year | Wickets | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kapil Dev | 1983 | 75 | 23.18 |
| Kapil Dev | 1979 | 74 | 22.95 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 2024 | 53 | 15.00 |
| Zaheer Khan | 2002 | 51 | 29.00 |
Bumrah’s current form has brought him closer to these legendary figures, further solidifying his reputation as one of India’s finest fast bowlers.
Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery spell provided India with a much-needed lift in the second Test. His four wickets allowed the visitors to keep Australia’s first innings lead to 157, ensuring India stayed competitive, offering hope of a strong comeback.
Jasprit Bumrah’s historic achievement adds another layer to an already thrilling series and reinforces his position as one of the most influential bowlers in world cricket.
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