Jasprit Bumrah has often had to field questions about his unorthodox bowling action, frequent injuries, and supposed short shelf-life. Many critics — including former players and pundits — believed that his body wouldn’t hold up for more than a year in international cricket. However, Bumrah has defied every expectation, and nearly a decade later, continues to be India’s premier fast-bowling spearhead across formats.

In India’s ongoing Test match against England, Bumrah once again demonstrated his grit, skill, and consistency, claiming 5 wickets for 83 runs in 24.4 overs, despite multiple dropped chances behind him. This was not just another five-wicket haul — it was historic.

Equaling a Legend: Kapil Dev’s Record Matched

By clinching this five-for, Bumrah equalled the legendary Kapil Dev’s record of 12 five-wicket hauls in away Tests — a feat that places him in the rarest class of Indian bowling greats. But Bumrah went one better in a different stat — he became the first Indian ever to register 10 five-wicket hauls in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia). This record reflects his dominance in some of the toughest conditions for bowlers, especially subcontinental pacers.

Only two more five-wicket hauls in these regions will allow Bumrah to overtake Pakistan legend Wasim Akram, who has 11 SENA fifers — a benchmark of global excellence.

A Lone Warrior Effort Amid Dropped Catches

What makes Bumrah’s performance even more commendable is the context in which it came. India dropped as many as three catches off his bowling — Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Harry Brook all earned lifelines thanks to missed chances by Yashasvi Jaiswal. Bumrah also had Brook dismissed for a duck, but the delivery was declared a no-ball.

Despite these setbacks, Bumrah maintained his intensity and rhythm, ending with figures of 5/83 at an economy rate of 3.36. His control with the new ball and reverse swing with the old kept the English batters in check.

Responding to the Naysayers

In the post-day press conference, Bumrah directly addressed the long-standing narrative about his injuries and career longevity:

“People had said in all these years I will play only eight months, some said 10 months but now I have played 10 years of international cricket, 12-13 years of IPL.”

This was a rare moment of candid reflection from a player who usually lets his performance do the talking. He didn’t express frustration — just calm defiance.

“Even now people say he will be finished. Let them say, I will do my own work. Every four months these things will crop up, but as long as almighty wants, I will play.”

Handling Adversity with Maturity

What stood out during Bumrah’s interaction was not just his bowling, but his mature handling of adversity. On the topic of dropped catches, he stated:

“You just cannot sit and cry about it. You have to move forward with the game. Nobody is dropping catches intentionally.”

Instead of showing frustration or anger, he showed understanding and leadership, appreciating the learning curve of young teammates.

The Blueprint of Bumrah’s Longevity

Bumrah also revealed his approach to maintaining fitness and form:

“I prepare my best, and then will leave it on God as to how much more blessings he will bestow upon me.”

His regimen includes meticulous planning, tailored gym routines, workload management, and recovery protocols — all aimed at prolonging a career many thought wouldn’t last a year.

Why This Feat Matters for Indian Cricket

For India, historically known for producing spinners and subcontinental seamers, Bumrah represents a generational shift. He’s fast, accurate, and deadly — and he thrives on bouncy, seaming, or swinging wickets in overseas conditions. That he has performed consistently in Australia, South Africa, England, and New Zealand is not just an individual achievement — it’s a reflection of India’s fast-bowling revolution, which he helped spearhead.

A Legacy in the Making

With only 34 Tests under his belt, Bumrah already has over 150 wickets at an average hovering near 22. His career strike rate is better than many of the fast-bowling greats, and his conversion rate — turning starts into five-wicket hauls — is elite.

With 10 five-fors in SENA and 12 in away Tests, Bumrah’s impact is not in numbers alone, but in how and when he delivers — often when India is in desperate need of a breakthrough.

Looking Ahead: Can He Surpass the Greats?

With India slated to play more Test cricket in challenging overseas conditions in the coming years — including tours of Australia and South Africa — the opportunity is ripe for Bumrah to go past Kapil Dev, Zaheer Khan, and maybe even Wasim Akram in key overseas metrics.

What’s needed now is sustained fitness, and if his recent showings are any indication, Bumrah is more than ready.

Conclusion

Jasprit Bumrah’s latest feat is not just a statistical marvel — it is a statement of resilience, focus, and self-belief. From being written off as an injury-prone experiment to becoming India’s most reliable overseas weapon, Bumrah’s journey is a masterclass in shutting down noise and letting the ball talk.

And if he continues this way, he won’t just equal records — he’ll rewrite them.

The Upcoming IPOs in this week and coming weeks are Supertech EV, Valencia India, Neetu Yoshi, Abram Food, PRO FX Tech, Suntech Infra Solutions, Shri Hare-Krishna Sponge Iron, Icon Facilitators, Ace Alpha Tech, Globe Civil Projects, Sambhav Steel Tubes, Ellenbarrie Indutrial Gases, Kalpataru, HDB Financials, AJC Jewel.

The Current active IPO are  Aakaar Medical Technologies, Safe Enterprises Retail Fixtures, Mayasheel Ventures.

Start your Stock Market Journey and Apply in IPO by Opening Free Demat Account in Choice Broking FinX.

Join our Trading with CA Abhay Telegram Channel for regular Stock Market Trading and Investment Calls by CA Abhay Varn - SEBI Registered Research Analyst