Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah has etched his name into cricketing history, winning the prestigious ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year award for 2024. With a record-breaking performance throughout the year, Bumrah topped the charts with 71 wickets in 13 Test matches, cementing his place as one of the world’s finest bowlers.
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Bumrah becomes the sixth Indian to win this coveted title, following legends like Rahul Dravid (2004), Sachin Tendulkar (2010), Ravichandran Ashwin (2016), and Virat Kohli (2018). With this accolade, India has equaled Australia’s record for the most players to win the ICC Test Cricketer of the Year award.
Key stats:
- Wickets in 2024: 71 in 13 matches
- Bowling average: 14.92
- Strike rate: 30.1
- Economy rate: 2.96
Record-Breaking Year for Bumrah
Marking his return to Test cricket in late 2023 after recovering from a back injury, Bumrah delivered one stellar performance after another. His achievements include:
- Leading wicket-taker in Test cricket in 2024, ahead of England’s Gus Atkinson (52 wickets).
- Fourth Indian bowler to take more than 70 Test wickets in a calendar year, joining Ravichandran Ashwin, Anil Kumble, and Kapil Dev.
- Bowling a staggering 357 overs with incredible consistency.
Key Performances of 2024
Dominating in Perth Against Australia
Bumrah’s finest moment came during the first Test against Australia in Perth.
- India bowled out for 150 on Day 1.
- Bumrah took a match-turning 5/30 in the first innings.
- Followed it up with 3/42 in the second innings to seal a famous 295-run victory.
- Stepped in as captain in Rohit Sharma’s absence, inspiring his team to a memorable win.
An Era-Defining Bowler
Bumrah’s relentless precision and skill proved vital for India both at home and abroad. He played a significant role in Home series wins against England and Bangladesh. He also delivered impressive performances in challenging conditions in South Africa and Australia.
His ability to extract movement, maintain a low economy rate, and strike consistently made him a nightmare for batsmen.
Social Media Applause
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) celebrated Bumrah’s achievement with a post on X (formerly Twitter):
“‘Game Changer’ Jasprit Bumrah is awarded the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year 2024. Bumrah took 71 wickets at a stunning average of 14.92, finishing as the highest wicket-taker in Test cricket in 2024.”
Jasprit Bumrah 2024 Stats
- Matches: 13
- Innings: 26
- Wickets: 71
- Best Bowling Figures: 5/30
- Average: 14.92
- Strike Rate: 30.1
- Economy: 2.96
A Year to Remember
Jasprit Bumrah’s heroics in 2024 not only secured him a place among the greats but also strengthened India’s dominance in Test cricket. With his unmatched ability to deliver under pressure, Bumrah has set a new benchmark for fast bowlers in the modern era.
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