Jasprit Bumrah Reaches 200 Test Wickets Milestone

Jasprit Bumrah has become the second fastest Indian bowler, alongside Ravindra Jadeja, to achieve 200 Test wickets, accomplishing this feat in his 44th match. This achievement came during the fourth Test against Australia. Ravichandran Ashwin remains the quickest Indian to this milestone, having done so in 37 Tests.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Melbourne | Updated: 29-12-2024 08:38 IST | Created: 29-12-2024 08:38 IST
Jasprit Bumrah Reaches 200 Test Wickets Milestone
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India's fast bowling sensation Jasprit Bumrah has cemented his place in cricket history by becoming the second fastest Indian to reach the coveted 200-wicket mark in Test cricket, equalling the record set by Ravindra Jadeja. This milestone was achieved during the fourth Test against Australia.

Bumrah secured his 200th Test wicket by dismissing Travis Head for one run in the post-lunch session, adding another feather to his illustrious cap. Together with Jadeja, he joins the list of elite bowlers who have accomplished this feat in just 44 matches.

In comparison, Ravichandran Ashwin holds the record for being the quickest Indian to reach 200 Test wickets, achieving this in 37 matches, while internationally, Pakistan's Yasir Shah and Australia's Clarrie Grimmett lead with 33 and 36 Tests, respectively.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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