jasprit bumrahThe cornerstone of India’s bowling attack, he has earned a reputation as one of the best pacers in modern cricket. Known for his lethal yorkers, unmatched accuracy and ability to deliver under pressure, Bumrah has become a global star. His performances have consistently tilted matches in India’s favor, making him a household name not only in cricket circles but across the sporting world.
Jasprit Bumrah gets the nod from Coldplay’s Chris Martin
Bumrah’s popularity transcended cricket when Coldplay’s lead singer cris martin gave him a special mention during the band’s concert in Navi Mumbai on Saturday, January 18. While performing the iconic song A Sky Full of Stars, Martin surprised the crowd by joking that Bumrah wanted to join him backstage to play cricket.
“Wait, we have to finish the show because Jasprit Bumrah wants to come play backstage. He says he needs to bowl to me now.” Martin said in a video shared on X.
The audience erupted in cheers, excited to hear Bumrah’s name at such an iconic event. Although the Indian pacer did not feature, the recognition highlighted his huge fan following and cross-cultural appeal.
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mention @Jaspritbumrah93! What a moment of the concert @coldplay #cricket Jassi is the best in the world. pic.twitter.com/kSuTix6ATJ– Chandresh Narayanan (@chand2579) January 18, 2025
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Champions Trophy draws India’s bowling star
While the mention of Coldplay added a fun moment to Bumrah’s weekend, the bowler’s immediate focus remains on the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. Selected to lead India’s bowling attack, Bumrah is expected to be a game-changer for the team.
Despite suffering a minor knock in the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australiawhere he claimed 32 wickets, Bumrah’s participation in the tournament is on track. chief selector Ajit Agarkar He assured fans that medical staff are closely monitoring Bumrah to ensure he is fully fit. As India aim for Champions Trophy glory, all eyes will be on Bumrah to deliver another stellar performance.