Bumrah’s Record-Breaking Feat in Australia: 46-Year-Old Record Broken

In the decisive final Test of the ongoing series against Australia in Sydney, India’s star bowler Jasprit Bumrah has achieved a rare and remarkable feat. Leading the team as captain in this crucial match, Bumrah has been delivering sharp, lethal spells that have left the Australian batters struggling. Continuing his dominance as the highest wicket-taker of the series, Bumrah has added another significant milestone to his name. He now holds the record for the highest number of wickets taken by an Indian bowler in a single series in Australia (minimum five Tests).

During the latest match, Bumrah dismissed Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne, bringing his total tally to 32 wickets in the series so far. With this performance, he has surpassed the previous record of 31 wickets held by Bishan Singh Bedi since the 1977-78 five-Test series against Australia, thus breaking a 46-year-old record on Australian soil.

This achievement marks a new chapter in Indian cricket history. Previously, Bishan Singh Bedi had set the record during a fiercely contested series in 1977-78, claiming 31 wickets. Bumrah’s consistent form has now rewritten that record, etching his name into the annals of cricket history. Additionally, in the previous year, Bumrah emerged as the leading wicket-taker globally, claiming 71 wickets across 13 Tests.