Jasprit Bumrah
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1st Test: Rahul Strengthens India’s Position After Bumrah’s Fifer Limits England to 465
England were dismissed for 465, leaving India with a six-run first-innings lead. Bumrah led the Indian bowling effort with returns of 5 for 83 in 24.4 overs, claiming his 14th Test five-wicket haul. Importantly, this was his third such effort in English conditions and took him joint with Kapil Dev for most five-wicket hauls by an Indian bowler in away Tests (12).
Broad, Buttler Applaud Bumrah’s Impact: ‘Balanced and Brutal’ Trump Card for India in England Tests
The Indian pace leader has received glowing praise from two of England's cricketing legends, Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler, who praised his match-winning traits and unique approach.
Bumrah on Declining Test Captaincy: ‘Sometimes You Must Consider the Bigger Picture’
In a one-on-one interview with Dinesh Karthik on SKY Sports, Bumrah revealed that the selection panel chairman Ajit Agarkar had also made a pitch for him as their first choice to succeed Rohit Sharma.
Jasprit Bumrah’s “Special” Message Boosted Cameron Green’s Confidence Before Surgery
Green, who had a stress fracture last season, chose to undergo surgery in October despite the chance of natural healing in nine-to-twelve months. The encouragement from Bumrah, who had also gone through this experience, made Green feel more confident about undergoing surgery.
Not decided what matches Bumrah will play, Nair to get a chance, Says Gambhir Gambhir
One of the major decisions will be who will take Rohit Sharma's opening position — Yashasvi Jaiswal or Abhimanyu Easwaran? Another issue is whether Karun Nair returns to India's middle order. The selection problem gets even more difficult with deciding how many of the four matches pace attack spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will play, as he is only able to play four out of the five Tests because of workload management.
Gavaskar Advocates for Bumrah as Test Captain, Dismisses Workload Concerns
Bumrah, together with K.L. Rahul and Shubman Gill, is one of the favorites to replace Rohit as captain. But his constant fitness issues as well as the immense workload he labors under being the top pacer for India have been issues raised. These issues have before now caused Bumrah to be rested mid-series because of injuries.
Jasprit Bumrah Retains Top Spot as ICC's No. 1 Test Bowler
Zimbabwe pace bowler Blessing Muzarabani was the driving force behind the victory, his brilliant nine-wicket effort earning him the Player of the Match and propelling him into elite status as a Test bowler.
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