Most wickets taken by an Indian seamer in a Test series feat. Jasprit Bumrah

jasprit bumrah has etched his name in the annals of cricket history by equaling the charts of an Indian fast bowler with the most wickets in a Test series, claiming an impressive 32 scalps during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 against Australia. His remarkable performance not only led to him being named Player of the Series but also set a new record for the highest number of wickets taken by an Indian seamer in an away Test series.

Bumrah has won the Player of the Series award in three of the SENA countries (South Africa, England and Australia), leaving New Zealand as the only one left on his list.

Player of the series: Jasprit Bumrah#cricket #AUSWIN #Evidence #JaspritBumrah pic.twitter.com/lSbu1OFbRD

– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 5, 2025

Jasprit Bumrah equals Kapil Dev’s record

Bumrah’s achievements in this series were noteworthy as he averaged just 13.06, proving his exceptional skill and consistency. His highlights included two five-wicket hauls, with best figures of 6 for 76, which played a crucial role in India’s efforts throughout the series. This performance equaled the previous record held by the legendary cricketer. Kapil Devwho also had notable performances with 32 wickets against Pakistan in the 1979-80 season.

Also READ: AUS vs IND – Jasprit Bumrah breaks silence on his injury and India’s performance in BGT 2024-25

Record wickets

Here is a summary of most wickets taken by Indian seamers in a Test series:

Bumrah’s performance was instrumental in India’s campaign, even though the team eventually lost the series to Australia by a score of 3-1. His ability to respond under pressure and take crucial wickets made him a standout player in a challenging series for the Indian team.

As Bumrah continues to achieve records and set new benchmarks, he cements his status as one of India’s leading fast bowlers, further enhancing his legacy in international cricket.

Also READ: AUS vs IND: Pat Cummins hails Australia’s valiant effort from falling behind to winning Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25