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Jasprit Bumrah’s five-wicket haul and support from Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel helped India bowl out South Africa for 159 in the opening Test at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Jasprit Bumrah's Five-Wicket Haul Dominates South Africa in Kolkata Test

Bumrah's 5-Wicket Highlight in Kolkata Test

Jasprit Bumrah&rsquo;s five-wicket haul and support from Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel helped India bowl out South Africa for 159 in the opening Test at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah took a five-wicket haul as India bowled out South Africa for 159 on day one of the opening Test at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Friday.&nbsp;
Bumrah's (5/27) victims included openers Aiden Makram and Ryan Rickleton, Ton de Zorzi, Simon Harmer and Keshav Maharaj.&nbsp;
Pacer Mohammed Siraj (2/47), spinners Kuldeep Yadav (2/36) and Axar Patel (1/21)shared five wickets among themseleves.&nbsp;
It was a disappointing batting performance from the visitors after winning the toss. Wiaan Mulder and de Zorzi were the joint top scorers.&nbsp;
Brief Scores: South Africa 1st innings 159 all out in 55 overs (Wiaan Mulder 24 , Toni de Zorzi 24; Jasprit Bumrah 5/27).&nbsp;

Mohammed Siraj’s brilliant double strike and clinical spells from Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav reduced South Africa to 154/8 at tea on day one of the opening Test at Eden Gardens.

Siraj, Bumrah rip through South African line up as India tighten grip; visitors 154/8 at tea

Mohammed Siraj&rsquo;s brilliant double strike and clinical spells from Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav reduced South Africa to 154/8 at tea on day one of the opening Test at Eden Gardens.

Mohammed Siraj's double strike added to South Africa's woes as India tightened their grip on the opening Test, reducing the visitors to 154 for eight at tea on day one at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Friday.
Having conceded 34 runs in his first six overs, Siraj toiled relentlessly and finally cracked open the lower middle order with a brilliant double-wicket burst in his 10th over, removing Kyle Verreynne and Marco Jansen in the space of four balls.
Verreynne (16), who was dropped twice in the 34th over, was undone when the ball struck his pad and then bat as he tried to defend towards mid-off. South Africa reviewed for the third time in the innings and burned their final referral.
Jansen (0) received a short ball first up, but Siraj then produced a length delivery that began reversing before pitching around off, darted back sharply and went through his gate.
At the stroke of tea, Axar Patel opened his account by trapping Corbin Bosch (3) leg before wicket as India suddenly looked poised to bat on the opening day itself despite Shubman Gill losing yet another toss.
The session had begun with Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah continuing from where they had left off. The left-arm spinner continuing to ask tough questions with drift, dip and length variations, keeping the batters under constant scrutiny.
After the early losses of Temba Bavuma and the openers, Wiaan Mulder and Tony de Zorzi tried to steady the innings with circumspect batting.
Mulder applied himself for more than 50 balls, looked compact against India&rsquo;s four-pronged spin attack, but lost focus 15 minutes into the second session Attempting to break free with a reverse sweep against Kuldeep, he missed it completely and was trapped lbw.
India struck again in the third over after lunch as Bumrah, following a probing first spell of 7-4-9-2, returned to remove the in-form de Zorzi (24).
Earlier, in the morning session, Bumrah showcased his mastery with two unplayable deliveries to dismiss both thte openers, Aiden Markram (31) and Ryan Rickelton (23), after South Africa raced to 57 for no loss in 10 overs.
Kuldeep added the wicket of Bavuma (3) as India seized control before lunch and tightened the noose further by tea.

Jasprit Bumrah took two early wickets and Kuldeep Yadav removed Temba Bavuma as South Africa reached 105 for 3 at lunch on Day 1 of the first Test.

Jasprit Bumrah Impresses With Key Wickets Against South Africa

Bumrah's Early Strikes Shake South Africa

Jasprit Bumrah took two early wickets and Kuldeep Yadav removed Temba Bavuma as South Africa reached 105 for 3 at lunch on Day 1 of the first Test.

Jasprit Bumrah showcased his mastery with two unplayable deliveries to dismiss both openers while Kuldeep Yadav added the prized wicket of skipper Temba Bavuma as India dominated the first session to reduce South Africa to 105 for 3 in 27 overs at lunch on day one of the opening Test at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Friday.
Opting to bat with an extra all-rounder in Wiaan Mulder, South Africa bossed the first 50 minutes, racing to 57 for no loss in 10 overs, before Bumrah (2/9 in 7 overs) turned the morning on its head with two wickets in five balls across successive overs.
Aiden Markram, after 23 dot balls, opened up with a straight drive and a flowing cover drive, later twice punishing Axar Patel and unfurling a deft late cut past backward point. He also launched Axar for a wristy six over mid-wicket as the run-rate surged above five an over. At the other end, Ryan Rickelton&rsquo;s hit-and-miss 22 off 23 (4x4) added to India's frustration.
Just as India appeared to be leaking runs after Shubman Gill lost yet another toss, Bumrah produced a peach from around the wicket. A 140 kmph length ball straightened late, beating a tentative Rickelton to uproot his off stump, sending the Eden Gardens crowd of more than 30,000 roaring.
His next over was even better. A short-of-length delivery reared sharply on a surface already showing the odd ball stay low, forcing Markram (31 off 48; 5x4, 1x6) to glove to Dhruv Jurel. The contrast in bounce underscored the pitch's fickle nature.
Bumrah also troubled Bavuma with a thigh-pad strike in the same over before India introduced Kuldeep Yadav. The left-arm wrist-spinner struck in his second over, Bavuma falling to a smart leg-slip trap, Jurel snapping a sharp inside-edge chance.
India used all four spinners before lunch, with Washington Sundar bowling the final over as the pitch continued to show variable behaviour, with odd balls staying low and leaping. At the break, Mulder (22 off 43) and in-form Tony de Zorzi (15 off 38) &mdash; both playing their first Tests in India &mdash; were at the crease.
Earlier, India sprang a bold selection call under Gautam Gambhir&rsquo;s think-tank, fielding four spinners for the first time since the 2012 Nagpur Test vs England, recalling Patel in place of designated No. 3 Sai Sudharsan, who was seen training separately with physio Adrian Le Roux in the morning.
South Africa picked just two spinners, leaving out Senuran Muthusamy &mdash; Player of the Series in their 1-1 draw in Pakistan &mdash; while Kagiso Rabada&rsquo;s rib injury meant Marco Jansen and Mumbai Indians pacer Corbin Bosch formed their two-man pace attack. Brief Scores: South Africa 1st innings: 105 for 3 in 27 overs (Aiden Markram 31; Jasprit Bumrah 2/9) against India.

Jasprit Bumrah has been named in India’s Test squad for the home series against West Indies starting October 2 in Ahmedabad. Devdutt Padikkal replaces Karun Nair, while Ravindra Jadeja is vice-captain.

Bumrah Returns for India's Test Series vs West Indies

Bumrah Returns for India vs West Indies Series

Jasprit Bumrah has been named in India&rsquo;s Test squad for the home series against West Indies starting October 2 in Ahmedabad. Devdutt Padikkal replaces Karun Nair, while Ravindra Jadeja is vice-captain.

Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah was on Thursday named in India's Test squad for the home series against the West Indies while Devdutt Padikkal replaced an off-colour Karun Nair in the side.
Bumrah, who had played only three out of five Tests in England due to workload management, had made himself available for the two-match West Indies series starting in Ahmedabad on October 2.
Ravindra Jadeja was named vice captain of the squad to be led by Shubman Gill.
Regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant, who fractured his foot during the England series, is yet to regain full fitness and therefore was not available for selection.
"...hopefully will be available for home Tests against South Africa (in November)," Chairman of Selector Ajit Agarkar said here.
Dhruv Jurel and N Jagadeesan are the two wicket-keepers in the squad to make up for his absence.
Squad: Shubman Gill (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, N Jagadeesan (WK), Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav.&nbsp;

Shubman Gill becomes India's T20 vice-captain, Jasprit Bumrah returns, and Kuldeep Yadav joins the 15-member Asia Cup squad.

India squad for Asia Cup: Gill appointed vice-captain, Bumrah included

Shubman Gill becomes India's T20 vice-captain, Jasprit Bumrah returns, and Kuldeep Yadav joins the 15-member Asia Cup squad.

Test skipper Shubman Gill was on Tuesday appointed as the vice-captain, while pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was also included in India's 15-member T20 squad for the Asia Cup starting September 9 in the UAE.
Gill's last T20 match was against Sri Lanka at Pallekele in 2024 and he has now replaced Axar Patel as the deputy of skipper Suryakumar Yadav.
"Gill's form in England was something we expected but he exceeded it all," chief selector Ajit Agarkar said during the squad announcement press conference here.
There were some lingering doubts on Bumrah's availability largely due to the proximity to the home Test series against the West Indies in October.
But the selectors opted to pick and this will be Bumrah's first T20 tournament since last year's World Cup.
Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav too has been drafted in, while Jitesh Sharma will be the back-up wicketkeeper batter.
Yashasvi Jaiswal was among the five standby players chosen by the selectors.
"It's unfortunate Jaiswal has had to miss out but he will have to wait," Agarkar said.
India is placed in Group A of the Asia Cup alongside Pakistan, Oman, and UAE.
India squad for Asia Cup: Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Shubman Gill (vice-captain), Abhishek Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Jitesh Sharma, Shivam Dube, Arshdeep Singh, Sanju Samson, Harshit Rana, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy.

Sunil Gavaskar lauds Mohammed Siraj’s performance against England, says playing for India should outweigh workload concerns and urges cricketers to take inspiration from soldiers and Rishabh Pant.

Gavaskar Praises Siraj, Questions Cricket's Workload Concept

Gavaskar Questions Cricket's 'Workload' Notion

Sunil Gavaskar lauds Mohammed Siraj&rsquo;s performance against England, says playing for India should outweigh workload concerns and urges cricketers to take inspiration from soldiers and Rishabh Pant.

Mohammed Siraj has "debunked forever this business of workload", said India batting great Sunil Gavaskar, questioning the concept by asserting that playing for the country should be enough to "forget the aches", something that soldiers guarding the nation are doing routinely.
Siraj played all five Tests of the just-concluded drawn series against England and bowled 185.3 overs in total, picking up 23 wickets in all. However, pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was available for only three of the games, skipping the must-win fifth Test at The Oval as part of his workload management.
Gavaskar, however, made it clear that his criticism was not directed at Bumrah, saying that his was a case of "injury management" more than anything else.
"When you are playing for your country, forget the aches and the pains. On the border, do you think that the jawans are complaining about cold? What did Rishabh Pant show you? He came out to bat with a fracture. That is what you expect from the players. Playing cricket for India is an honour," Gavaskar told 'India Today'.
"You are representing 140 crore people and that is what we saw in Mohammed Siraj. I think Siraj bowled his heart out, and he debunked forever this business of workload.
"For five Test matches, non-stop he has bowled 7-8 over spells, because the captain wanted him and the country expected of him," added the former skipper.
The 76-year-old said workload management cannot come in the way of fielding the best available team.
"If you are going to succumb to people who are talking about workload, then you are never going to have your best players on the field for your country," he said.
"I hope that the word &lsquo;workload&rsquo; goes out of the Indian cricket dictionary. I've been saying that for a long time... And I think that is the one thing that we all should keep in mind that this workload is only a mental thing, not so much a physical thing," he added.

With England leading 2-1, a resilient Indian team led by Shubman Gill looks to square the fiercely-contested Test series at The Oval. No Bumrah, but plenty of grit.

India vs England: High-Stakes Test Finale at The Oval

India vs England: Test Series Decider at The Oval

With England leading 2-1, a resilient Indian team led by Shubman Gill looks to square the fiercely-contested Test series at The Oval. No Bumrah, but plenty of grit.

India's prospects of signing off the UK tour with some serious bragging rights brightened by a few notches on the eve of fifth Test with England's talismanic skipper Ben Stokes and pacer Jofra Archer rendered unavailable for the game starting Thursday.
Stokes, the inspirational skipper who pushed the limits of his body while bowling in the last two Tests, was ruled out with a muscle tear on his right shoulder while comeback man Archer was rested after the workload of playing in back-to-back matches.
Pacer Brydon Carse and left-arm spinner Liam Dawson have also been rested.
There are players whose mere presence makes a difference and the England skipper, a world class all-rounder with 304 runs and 17 wickets in the series, is one such character.
What the English team will miss most at The Oval is his inspirational presence when the chips are down and showing the way how it is done.
Stand-in captain Ollie Pope will have his task cut out as the Indian team, even without Jasprit Bumrah, is expected to go for the kill.
The series, played in front of packed crowds, has also been a perfect advert for Test cricket with all four games stretching to the final session on day five.
Not to forget the skirmishes along the way that have spiced it up enough for the fans of the game's traditional format.
From Shubman Gill's tirade against Zak Crawley for "deliberately" wasting time at Lord's to Ravindra Jadeja refusing to call off proceedings on the final day at Old Trafford, things couldn't have gotten hotter before the series entered the final phase in sweltering London.
Gautam Gambhir, who is always up for a scrap, has only intensified it with his altercation with Oval curator Lee Fortis two days before the game.
In this backdrop, expect the series finale to go down to the wire as India under the ever-improving Gill has a chance to land a killer blow on an English team whose bowling attack will undergo a sea-change with no specialist spinner in the playing XI.
Gus Atkinson and Jamie Overton, the two Surrey players, who know The Oval track like the back of their palms, will be joining forces with Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue to make it a four-pronged attack.
With Woakes being the only bowler who has remained constant from first to fifth Test, England are giving indications of continuing with their Bazball way, having inducted a specialist heavy duty hitter in Jacob Bethell.
History beckons Gill
In his first series as captain of a team undergoing a major transition, Gill has led from the front and with 722 runs so far, he is only 52 shy off Sunil Gavaskar's record of most runs by an Indian in a single rubber.
He needs another 11 runs to surpass Gavaskar's record of most runs (732) by an Indian captain in a Test series (1978-79 vs West Indies).
The 25-year-old has come of age with four hundreds thus far including a double century and a match-saving 103 in the previous Test at Old Trafford. After low returns in three innings, Gill played the most defining knock of his career in Manchester to enhance his reputation, not just as a batter but also as a captain.
Having played a massive role in earning a famous draw from an almost hopeless situation, Gill and his team go into the match with momentum on their side but gaps to fill.
With 511 runs, K L Rahul has been a model of consistency at the top of the order but more will be expected from Yashasvi Jaiswal and number three Sai Sudharsan on what is generally a decent batting surface.
Team Combination 
In injured Rishabh Pant's absence, Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja are expected to round up the top six following unbeaten hundreds, which denied England a victory in the fourth Test.
The Indian management firmly believes in having a batting option till number eight and that could possibly lead to Kuldeep Yadav being once again left out of the XI despite constant calls for his inclusion over the course of a long and gruelling series.
Dhruv Jurel will keep the wickets and could bat at seven in Pant's absence and Shardul Thakur might retain his place at eight despite not exactly enjoying the confidence of his skipper.
Going by batting coach Sitanshu Kotak's comments ahead of the fifth Test, India will retain the template that has been followed thus far.
"Overall, if you play with 6 bowlers, then some bowlers will under-bowl. So, if that 6th bowler is an all-rounder, then you know that he will contribute in batting and in bowling as well," Kotak said.
On the bowling front, Akash Deep is expected to replace Jasprit Bumrah in the XI with the latter advised to not push his body.
Mohammed Siraj will be the leader of the attack and the third pacer's spot will go to either Prasidh Krishna or Arshdeep Singh, who has patiently been waiting for his Test debut.
Surrey amassed more than 800 runs in the last County game played here but it remains to be seen how the pitch behaves during the high-stakes clash.
Teams:&nbsp;
England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (c), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Jamie Overton, Josh Tongue.
India (from): Shubman Gill (captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Kuldeep Yadav, Anshul Kamboj, Arshdeep Singh, N Jagadeesan (WK).
Match Starts: 3:30 pm IST.

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah will sit out the fifth Test vs England at The Oval due to workload management. Akash Deep likely to replace him in the playing XI.

Bumrah set to miss fifth Test at The Oval, Akash Deep likely replacement: Report

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah will sit out the fifth Test vs England at The Oval due to workload management. Akash Deep likely to replace him in the playing XI.

India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is set to miss the series-deciding fifth Test against England, starting Thursday at The Oval, as part of workload management, with Akash Deep likely to replace him, according to a report.
The 31-year-old world No 1 pacer appeared off-colour during the drawn fourth Test at Old Trafford, where he struggled with his pace and failed to make breakthroughs.
"The BCCI medical team has told Bumrah that the decision is in line with safeguarding his back and keeping the long-term in mind," reported ESPNCricinfo.
The report added that Akash Deep, who missed the fourth Test due to a groin niggle, is likely to replace Bumrah in the XI.
Earlier, head coach Gautam Gambhir had stated that no decision had been taken regarding team composition and that all bowlers, including Bumrah, were fit.
"We haven&rsquo;t had any conversation around the combination for the last Test," Gambhir had said after the fourth Test in Manchester. "No decision has been made on whether Jasprit Bumrah will play or not. Ultimately, whoever plays, they will try and do the job for the country." England piled up a massive 669 in response to India's 358, taking a 311-run first-innings lead at the fourth Test.
However, India mounted a remarkable fightback from 0 for 2, batting 143 overs in the second innings with centuries from captain Shubman Gill, Washington Sundar, and Ravindra Jadeja to earn a dramatic draw and stay alive in the five-match series, trailing 1-2.
Bumrah bowled 33 overs in the first innings of the fourth Test -- the most he has bowled in a single innings -- but returned figures of 2 for 103, the first time he conceded over 100 runs in a Test innings.
The number of deliveries he bowled over 140kph dropped significantly over the series -- from 42.7% at Headingley, to 22.3% at Lord&rsquo;s, and just 0.5% at Old Trafford.
Despite his dip in effectiveness, Bumrah remains the joint highest wicket-taker for India in the series alongside Mohammed Siraj, with 14 wickets to his credit.

Jasprit Bumrah will rejoin India's lineup for the third Test against England at Lord's. Rested for workload management, his return is strategically planned to leverage the pitch conditions at Lord's starting July 10.

Shubman Gill Confirms Test Comeback of Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah is set to play the third Test against England at Lord's following strategic rest. With conditions favoring his bowling, his return is planned to bolster India's performance in the game starting July 10.

Jasprit Bumrah will return for India's third Test against England at Lord's after being rested for workload management.

Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will return to the Indian playing eleven against England in the third Test at Lord's next week after sitting out of the second match here, captain Shubman Gill said on Wednesday.
Bumrah was rested from the second Test, which began here on Wednesday, as part of his workload management. He played in the first Test at Leeds which India lost by five wickets.
"Third Test being at Lord's, we think there'll be more in that pitch so we'll use him there," Gill said at the toss for the second game here.
"We were tempted to play Kuldeep (Yadav) but decided to add some depth to the batting." The third Test is scheduled to start on July 10.
The Indian team management had declared at the start of the series that Bumrah will only play in three Tests out of five.

Rishabh Pant achieves career-best 6th position in ICC Test Rankings after historic performance against England. Jasprit Bumrah remains top bowler.

Bumrah Reigns, Pant Shines In Test Standings

Rishabh Pant secures the sixth spot in the ICC Test Rankings with a career-best rating of 801 points, following his outstanding performance against England. India’s Jasprit Bumrah leads the bowling category, while Ravindra Jadeja retains his top spot among all-rounders.

Rishabh Pant climbs to 6th in ICC Test Rankings, bolstered by historic England series. Bumrah leads bowlers, Jadeja tops all-rounders.

Swashbuckling India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant continued his ascent in the ICC Test Rankings, moving up to sixth place in the latest list released on Wednesday.
Pant, who became only the second wicketkeeper in Test history to score two centuries in the same match during the first Test against England last week, gained one spot to reach a new career-best rating of 801. He now trails top-ranked batter Joe Root by just 88 points.
This marks a return to familiar territory for Pant, who had reached a career-high fifth spot during the same period in 2022.
Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal retained his fourth position to remain the highest-ranked Indian, while captain Shubman Gill slipped one spot to 21st.
At the top, Root maintained his slender lead following scores of 28 and 53 not out in the Headingley Test. His teammate and No.2 ranked batter Harry Brook remains 15 rating points behind.
England opener Ben Duckett reached a career-best ranking, rising to eighth place following his match-winning 149 in the second innings at Leeds.
In the bowling charts, India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah continued to reign supreme with 907 rating points, consolidating his position at the top after a five-wicket match haul against England.
South Africa's Kagiso Rabada and Australia captain Pat Cummins held on to the second and third spots respectively. Josh Hazlewood moved up one place to fourth, displacing Pakistan spinner Noman Ali.
Meanwhile, India's Ravindra Jadeja retained his position as the No.1 Test all-rounder despite a relatively quiet outing in the recent Test.&nbsp;

Ian Bell emphasizes Bumrah's role in the series, advocating his full participation if fit. Bell praises India’s strategy, Gill’s leadership, and Pant's style, while predicting England’s 3-2 win and noting US cricket growth.

Ian Bell wants Bumrah in all tests

Ian Bell stresses Jasprit Bumrah's significance in the India vs England series, calling for his full involvement. Bell commends India’s strategies and leadership, predicts a tight contest favoring England, and highlights cricket’s expansion in the USA.

Ian Bell urges for Bumrah's full participation in the series, praising his impact. He advocates for Kuldeep Yadav&rsquo;s spin and lauds Gill's leadership.

Former England batter Ian Bell has opined that if Jasprit Bumrah is fit, India should not limit him to just three Tests to manage his workload, given the high profile of the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar series.
There is a question mark over Jasprit Bumrah's availability for the second Test beginning in Birmingham on Wednesday with India skipper Shubman Gill saying a decision on his lead pacer will be taken only after taking a look at the pitch.
Gill has, however, said that Bumrah is available for selection.
"I'd be amazed if he (Bumrah) only plays three Tests this summer. He's the best fast bowler in the world, and if he doesn't play, England will be very, very happy," Bell, who has more than 7,700 runs under his belt in 118 Tests, told PTI Videos.
"Of course, you want to protect him (Bumrah), but if the series is on the line and he's fit, he has to play," said the the former right-handed batter.
The 43-year-old feels spin could play a role as the match progresses.
The spinners will eventually come into the game and India will need to decide whether they want someone like Washington Sundar who can assist Ravindra Jadeja, or get Kuldeep Yadav, who is a much better wicket-taking option.
"It (wicket) won't turn early, but by day four or five, it could take spin," Bell said.
He believes this makes a strong case for Kuldeep's inclusion.
"Kuldeep is bowling beautifully. Someone who can spin it both ways is always a threat - especially to England's lower order." Bell added that India should consider the wrist-spinner as an "attacking option to fight fire with fire." 'Pant is one of my favourite cricketers' ========================= Rishabh Pant may have ended up on the losing side in the opening Test at Headingley, but his back-to-back centuries drew admiration from fans and opponents alike, including Bell, who hailed him as one of the most exciting cricketers in the world.
"He&rsquo;s certainly one of my favourite cricketers to watch,&rdquo; Bell said.
&ldquo;When he comes out to bat, you want to tune in. Anything&rsquo;s possible. He plays amazing shots, and even as an Englishman, you enjoy watching him though you&rsquo;re desperate to get him out," he added.
He was also full of praise for skipper Gill, whose composed century in the first innings laid the foundation for India's total of 471.
&ldquo;Captaining India is not just an honour &mdash; it carries enormous weight, especially in a Test series in England. But I thought Shubman was outstanding. That hundred wasn&rsquo;t just about runs; it was about setting the tone.
"It showed maturity, calmness under pressure, and real leadership. For a young captain, that kind of innings goes a long way in earning trust and settling the dressing room." 'It will be a thrilling series' ================== Bell believes England will come out triumphant in the end.
&ldquo;I think England will win the series. India will win two games, but I see it ending 3-2 in England's favour. Both sides have fearless, young cricketers, so it&rsquo;ll be a thrilling ride.&rdquo; Bell, who is now a batting coaching with the Seattle Orcas in Major League Cricket, sees great promise in the USA cricket landscape.
"USA's domestic players are sharing dressing rooms with legends like (David) Warner, (Heinrich) Klaasen, and (Sikander) Raza. If we win games and also send back better cricketers to US cricket, then it's a success," the veteran cricketer concluded.

Despite doubts over his injury-prone action, Jasprit Bumrah completes nearly 10 years in international cricket, backed by belief, resilience, and top performances like his recent five-wicket haul.

England vs India: Jasprit Bumrah silences critics with match-shaping fifer

Despite doubts over his injury-prone action, Jasprit Bumrah completes nearly 10 years in international cricket, backed by belief, resilience, and top performances like his recent five-wicket haul.

His critics expected him to go from 'boom' to bust in eight to 10 months due to his unconventional injury prone bowling action but it is his self belief that has allowed India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah to complete almost a decade in international cricket.
Having taken his 14th five-wicket haul in Tests, Bumrah spoke about how his secret recipe for success.
Asked if he feels bad when people write his epitaph after every big injury, Bumrah replied: "People had said in all these years, some said, (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.
"Even now people say (after every injury), he will be finished, he is gone. 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.
"I prepare my best, and then will leave it on God as to how much more blessings he will bestow upon me." He said that he is not here to change people's perceptions.
"What people write is beyond my control and I can't advise people on what to write about me. My name in headline gets viewership but I don't get bothered by that," Bumrah, who took 5 for 83 in England's first innings said.
He said that wicket is good for batting although it might crack up a bit towards the end of the match.
"At this moment pretty good wicket to bat on. It is a little bit two paced, no big demons in wicket. Due to weather, new ball will swing but that is what you expect in Test cricket. We would like to get a big total and get that cushion."

Cameron Green inspired by a special message from Jasprit Bumrah before back surgery. Bumrah's encouragement ahead of his surgical procedure provided reassurance, as Green now focuses on his role in the WTC Final, showcasing strength and resilience.

Jasprit Bumrah Boosts Cameron Green's Confidence

Before his back surgery, Cameron Green was reassured by Jasprit Bumrah's message. Inspired by Bumrah’s post-surgery success, Green opted for surgery to expedite recovery. Focused on batting, he aims to excel in the WTC Final.

Cameron Green received a morale-boosting message from Jasprit Bumrah before back surgery. Inspired by Bumrah&rsquo;s post-surgery comeback, Green chose surgery for faster recovery. Now focused on batting, Green aims for success in the WTC Final.

A "special" message from Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah on the eve of Cameron Green's back surgery gave the Australian all-rounder the much-needed reassurance about his decision to go under the knife.
Green had suffered a stress fracture last year. While the injury could have healed naturally over nine to twelve months, he chose to undergo surgery in October.
"Jasprit Bumrah reached out the night before I was getting surgery. He was in the middle of a Test match in India," Green told reporters.
"Just a few things like that are really special and makes you feel a lot better about it. To get someone like him to reach out and then to watch him during the summer, to see how good he is obviously post-surgery, filled me with a lot of confidence," Green told reporters.
Green had spent the 2023 IPL season with the Mumbai Indians while Bumrah was sidelined, recovering from the same procedure. The Indian pace ace had missed the 2022 T20 World Cup but made a remarkable comeback post-surgery, playing a key role in India&rsquo;s run to the 2023 ODI World Cup final and powering the Men in Blue to the T20 World Cup title last year.
Bumrah then cemented his red-hot form in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he was named Player of the Series after bagging 32 wickets and leading India to their only win in the five-match series.
The 26-year-old Green also received encouraging feedback from other bowlers who had undergone similar operations, including Jason Behrendorff and New South Wales pacer Ben Dwarshuis.
"The main reason for (the operation) was to shave down some bone &ndash; I've obviously had a bit of trauma in my L4, and extra bone had just developed on that part of the spine," Green told cricket.com.au's 'Unplayable Podcast'.
"By doing that, it forced my spine not to be able to bend as well, and it was probably smashing up against this new bone that wasn't helping it flex. That put a bit too much pressure (on the L4 vertebrae) that I'd actually broken the facet joint on the other side, which was quite rare for a back injury," he added.
Green is expected to play the WTC Final against South Africa, starting this week, as a specialist batter. He heads to the marquee Test on the back of three centuries in five county cricket matches for Gloucestershire.
"The silver lining to having back injuries is I've got four chances only to be a batter," he said.
"I felt like my game's always been good around those periods. I'm always going to keep bowling, but you're so much more relaxed [with] half a game to worry about. When you're bowling and batting, there's so much more you have to do bowling wise to keep yourself fit and ready to play. It does take away from batting. So, certainly, just batting is nice." "I got exactly what I wanted out of it. To get back playing some professional cricket was exactly what I needed after a few months off ." Before his injury, Green had batted at No 4. but with Steve Smith back at two down, Green might have to bat at No. 3, a position he had only batted once in his first-class career.
"You grow up through your whole career, you speak to anyone here, they've definitely batted in the top three or four throughout their whole junior career," he said.
"I was no different, batting three until you get to first-class cricket. Absolutely no issues batting at three when you've done it your whole life."

Jasprit Bumrah became the seventh-highest wicket-taker in IPL history after a stellar performance against Rajasthan Royals, as Mumbai Indians posted 217/2 and defeated RR by 100 runs. 

IPL 2025: Jasprit Bumrah becomes seventh-highest wicket-taker in IPL history

Jasprit Bumrah became the seventh-highest wicket-taker in IPL history after a stellar performance against Rajasthan Royals, as Mumbai Indians posted 217/2 and defeated RR by 100 runs.&nbsp;

Mumbai Indians' pacer Jasprit Bumrah moved past veteran spinner Amit Mishra to become the seventh-highest wicket-taker in Indian Premier League (IPL) history on Thursday.
Bumrah achieved this milestone following MI&rsquo;s IPL match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Sawai Mansingh Stadium.&nbsp;
During the match, Bumrah delivered an exceptional spell, claiming 2 wickets for 15 runs in 4 overs. His efforts were especially vital in the powerplay phase, where he provided a crucial break for fellow pacers Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar by dismissing RR skipper Riyan Parag and Shimron Hetmyer. This over was a game-changer, and Bumrah&rsquo;s performance helped MI reduce RR to 47/5.
With 176 wickets in 140 IPL matches at an average of 22.21, Bumrah now stands in seventh place in the all-time IPL wicket-taking charts, surpassing Amit Mishra, who took 174 wickets in 162 matches at an average of 23.82. Bumrah, MI&rsquo;s leading wicket-taker, has also taken two five-wicket hauls, with his best figures standing at 5/10. Yuzvendra Chahal, the top wicket-taker in IPL history, currently holds 218 wickets in 170 matches.
Bumrah&rsquo;s return from injury has been impressive in IPL 2025, where he has claimed 11 wickets in 7 matches, averaging 17.72 with an economy rate of 6.96 and best figures of 4/22.
In the match, RR elected to bowl first, a decision they quickly regretted as MI openers Ryan Rickelton (61 from 38 balls) and Rohit Sharma (53 from 36 balls) put up a 116-run stand. Suryakumar Yadav (48* from 23 balls) and captain Hardik Pandya (48* from 23 balls) then added 94 more runs, guiding MI to a total of 217/2 in 20 overs. Maheesh Theekshana and RR captain Riyan Parag claimed one wicket each.
In response, RR's chase fell apart against MI&rsquo;s dominant bowling attack. RR was reduced to 47/5 during the powerplay and was eventually bowled out for just 117 runs in 16.1 overs, losing by 100 runs. Jofra Archer top-scored for RR with 30 runs. MI&rsquo;s standout bowlers were Karn Sharma (3/23) and Trent Boult (3/28), with Bumrah contributing a vital 2/15. Hardik Pandya also picked up a wicket.
Rickelton was named the 'Player of the Match,' as MI soared to the top of the points table with seven wins and four losses, accumulating 14 points. RR, with three wins and eight losses, is out of the playoff race, sitting at eighth place with six points.

Several star cricketers, including Jasprit Bumrah, Pat Cummins, and Mitchell Starc, have been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to injuries. Australia suffers the biggest setback with five key players missing.

Champions Trophy 2025: Jasprit Bumrah, Pat Cummins among top players ruled out

Several star cricketers, including Jasprit Bumrah, Pat Cummins, and Mitchell Starc, have been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to injuries. Australia suffers the biggest setback with five key players missing.

The 2025 edition of the ICC Champions Trophy is set to take place from February 19 to March 9 across three venues in Pakistan (Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi) and one in Dubai.&nbsp;
However, ahead of the prestigious eight-team tournament, the event has lost some of its shine due to injury concerns plaguing several top players worldwide.
More than half a dozen key players have already been ruled out, dampening the excitement of the tournament&rsquo;s return after eight years.
Here&rsquo;s a look at the top players who will miss the Champions Trophy 2025:
Jasprit Bumrah (India): Star Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out of the Champions Trophy 2025 on February 12 due to a lower back injury.
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🚨 NEWS 🚨 Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy due to a lower back injury. Harshit Rana named replacement. Other squad updates 🔽 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChampionsTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChampionsTrophy</a> <a href="https://t.co/RML5I79gKL">https://t.co/RML5I79gKL</a>
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The BCCI confirmed the development on X, noting that Bumrah last played a 50-over match for India in the ODI World Cup 2023 final.
Pat Cummins (Australia): Australia&rsquo;s ODI and Test captain, Pat Cummins, will also be absent from the Champions Trophy. The 2023 ODI World Cup-winning captain was announced as Australia&rsquo;s skipper for the ICC event on January 12.
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Australia will need to make four changes to their preliminary squad for the upcoming <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChampionsTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChampionsTrophy</a> with confirmation skipper Pat Cummins and fellow fast bowler Josh Hazlewood have been ruled out of the tournament<a href="https://t.co/zYgCBUQb0v">https://t.co/zYgCBUQb0v</a>
&mdash; cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketcomau/status/1887412337927463079?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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However, on February 6, Cricket Australia confirmed that Cummins would miss the tournament due to an injury sustained after the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India.
Josh Hazlewood (Australia): Experienced Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood will not participate in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The 34-year-old pacer, who has claimed 138 wickets in 91 ODIs, suffered a hip injury during the third India-Australia Test in Brisbane last year, ruling him out of the tournament.
Mitchell Marsh (Australia): Australia&rsquo;s T20I captain and star all-rounder Mitchell Marsh was ruled out of the Champions Trophy 2025 on January 31 due to a back injury. Cricket Australia stated that Marsh is unlikely to play again this season.
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🚨 Mitch Marsh has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy with a back issue More: <a href="https://t.co/tRDaUSHYrX">https://t.co/tRDaUSHYrX</a> <a href="https://t.co/ozuXcLYctT">pic.twitter.com/ozuXcLYctT</a>
&mdash; cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketcomau/status/1885202154996347376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 31, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&ldquo;Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Men&rsquo;s Champions Trophy with ongoing lower back pain and dysfunction," Cricket Australia said in a statement.
Mitchell Starc (Australia): Mitchell Starc has opted out of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy due to personal reasons, prompting Australia to make key adjustments to their 15-player squad led by Steve Smith.
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Australia's finalised squad is finally in for the upcoming <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChampionsTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChampionsTrophy</a> - with Mitch Starc the latest big name to miss
&mdash; cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketcomau/status/1889480104449032242?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The left-arm pacer, who has requested privacy regarding his decision, had shown signs of discomfort during the latter stages of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.&nbsp;
Marcus Stoinis (Australia): Experienced Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis will not take part in the Champions Trophy 2025 after suddenly announcing his retirement from international cricket just weeks before the tournament. His unexpected departure further weakens the Australian squad, which is already dealing with multiple injury setbacks.
Anrich Nortje (South Africa): South African fast bowler Anrich Nortje, who last played a 50-over match for the Proteas on September 9, 2023, against Australia in Bloemfontein, was initially named in the Champions Trophy 2025 squad.
However, he was ruled out on January 15 due to a back injury. MI Cape Town all-rounder Corbin Bosch was announced as his replacement on February 9.
Gerald Coetzee (South Africa): South African fast bowler Gerald Coetzee has also been ruled out of the Champions Trophy 2025. The 23-year-old, known for his pace and aggressive bowling, suffered a groin injury during a domestic match in January, forcing him to miss the tournament.
Jacob Bethell (England): England&rsquo;s 21-year-old batting all-rounder Jacob Bethell will miss the Champions Trophy 2025 due to a hamstring injury.
He sustained the injury while playing in the first ODI of the ongoing three-match series against India at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur on February 6.
Saim Ayub (Pakistan): Young Pakistani opening batter Saim Ayub was not included in the Men in Green&rsquo;s 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy due to an ankle injury.
He suffered the injury while playing in the second Test of the away series against South Africa in Cape Town last month.
Allah Ghazanfar (Afghanistan): 18-year-old Afghan spinner Allah Ghazanfar, who has 21 wickets in 11 ODIs, was ruled out of the Champions Trophy on Wednesday due to a fracture in the L4 vertebra, specifically in the left pars interarticularis.
He sustained the injury during Afghanistan&rsquo;s recent tour of Zimbabwe and will be sidelined for at least four months.
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With these key players missing, the tournament landscape has undoubtedly shifted, presenting opportunities for new stars to emerge on the global stage. However, fans and teams alike will feel the absence of these top-tier cricketers.
Australia has suffered the most setbacks, with five of their star players ruled out of the tournament, significantly impacting their squad depth and performance prospects.

Jasprit Bumrah is out of ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to injury. Harshit Rana and Varun Chakaravarthy are named in the revamped Indian squad.

Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of Champions Trophy 2025; BCCI names Harshit Rana as replacement

India faces a major setback as Jasprit Bumrah is sidelined with a back injury, prompting squad changes ahead of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Young pacer Harshit Rana and spinner Varun Chakaravarthy are new additions, while opener Yashasvi Jaiswal is dropped despite strong 2024 performances.

Star pacer Bumrah is out of the 2025 Champions Trophy due to injury. Harshit Rana and Varun Chakaravarthy join the squad. Jaiswal is dropped.

India&rsquo;s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been officially ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a persistent back injury, the BCCI confirmed late on Tuesday night. After weeks of speculation over his fitness, the selectors have named young pacer Harshit Rana as his replacement in the final 15-member squad. In another unexpected selection move, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has also been left out, with mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy taking his place.
Bumrah&rsquo;s Recovery Setback Forces Exit
Bumrah, who suffered a lower back injury during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, was initially advised five weeks of rest by the BCCI&rsquo;s medical team. However, despite rehabilitation, the 31-year-old pacer failed to recover in time. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar confirmed that his fitness status did not meet the required standards for the marquee tournament.
Harshit Rana, who made his ODI debut during the recent England series, has been handed a spot in the squad after an impressive performance, where he picked up four wickets in two matches.
Jaiswal Dropped, Chakaravarthy Earns Spot
The second major shake-up in India&rsquo;s squad saw opener Yashasvi Jaiswal omitted from the final roster, with 33-year-old mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy replacing him.
Both players made their ODI debuts against England, but Chakaravarthy&rsquo;s recent red-hot form in the T20I series, where he bagged 14 wickets in five matches and was named &lsquo;Player of the Series&rsquo;, sealed his inclusion.
On the other hand, Jaiswal&mdash;who was India&rsquo;s top run-scorer across all formats in 2024&mdash;has featured in just one ODI match. The selectors seem to have favored experience over promise, given the nature of the tournament.
Three Non-Travelling Reserves Named
In addition to the final squad, the BCCI has named three non-traveling substitutes:
Yashasvi Jaiswal (batsman) Mohammed Siraj (pacer) Shivam Dube (all-rounder) These players will be on standby and could join the squad in Dubai if required.
Final Squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Rishabh Pant (WK), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Ravindra Jadeja, Varun Chakaravarthy. Non-traveling reserves: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mohammed Siraj, Shivam Dube.
What&rsquo;s Next for Team India?
With the squad now finalized, Team India will shift focus to final preparations for the Champions Trophy, hoping to regain the title they last won in 2013. The tournament, set to be held in Dubai, promises high-stakes action as India aims for a strong campaign despite these last-minute changes.

Jasprit Bumrah has been awarded the prestigious ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year 2024 and the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy after an exceptional performance across formats.

Jasprit Bumrah named ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year 2024, wins Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy

Jasprit Bumrah has been awarded the prestigious ICC Men&rsquo;s Cricketer of the Year 2024 and the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy after an exceptional performance across formats.

Jasprit Bumrah has added another incredible achievement to his already impressive career, being named the ICC Men&rsquo;s Cricketer of the Year for 2024.&nbsp;
Following his win as the ICC Men&rsquo;s Test Cricketer of the Year, Bumrah also claimed the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy, solidifying his status as one of the world&rsquo;s best fast bowlers.
Bumrah triumphed over fellow nominees Travis Head, Joe Root, and Harry Brook to secure the award, becoming the fifth Indian player to receive this recognition.&nbsp;
Previous Indian recipients include Rahul Dravid (2004), Sachin Tendulkar (2010), Ravichandran Ashwin (2016), and Virat Kohli (2017, 2018).
The ICC highlighted Bumrah&rsquo;s exceptional performances across formats in 2024, describing his year as a &ldquo;masterclass in skill, precision, and relentless consistency,&rdquo; with the fast bowler continuing to break records and establish himself as the world&rsquo;s premier pacer.
Bumrah had a stellar year in both T20Is and Tests. He played a pivotal role in India&rsquo;s triumph at the T20 World Cup 2024, finishing as the Player of the Tournament with 15 wickets at an extraordinary average of 8.26 and an economy rate of just 4.17.
In Tests, Bumrah took 71 wickets, outpacing England&rsquo;s Gus Atkinson, who claimed 52 wickets in 11 matches. Bumrah's average was a phenomenal 14.92, and his strike rate was just 30.1 for the year.&nbsp;
His 71 wickets made him only the fourth Indian bowler in history to take more than 70 Test wickets in a calendar year, joining the ranks of Ravichandran Ashwin, Anil Kumble, and Kapil Dev.
Bumrah&rsquo;s year began with a stellar performance in the Cape Town Test against South Africa, where he took eight wickets across two innings, helping India to victory. He then dominated England at home, claiming 19 wickets in four Tests as India won 1-4. H
owever, his finest performance came during the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) tour of Australia, where he bagged an incredible 32 wickets in five Tests and was named Player of the Series.
Bumrah&rsquo;s remarkable year saw him surpass the milestone of 200 Test wickets, becoming the 12th Indian bowler to achieve this feat. He also became the fastest Indian pacer to reach this mark, with a bowling average of less than 20, the best in history.
Bumrah&rsquo;s dominance was further reflected in his ICC Test Bowling Rankings, where he surpassed 900 rating points, ending the year with an unprecedented 907 points&mdash;setting a new record for the most points by any Indian bowler in history.

Jasprit Bumrah wins the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year 2024, taking 71 wickets in 13 Tests. His outstanding performances include key series against England and Australia, earning him a notable place in cricket history.

Jasprit Bumrah wins ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year 2024, sets historic milestones

Jasprit Bumrah, with 71 wickets in 2024, wins the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year award. His exemplary performances in key series against England and Australia played a crucial role in India's cricketing success this year.

Jasprit Bumrah clinches the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year 2024. With 71 wickets in 13 Tests, Bumrah impresses and joins an elite group of Indian bowlers. His performances in series against England and Australia were pivotal.

India&rsquo;s fast-bowling sensation Jasprit Bumrah has been crowned the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year for 2024, beating top contenders Joe Root, Harry Brook, and Kamindu Mendis. Bumrah&rsquo;s remarkable year saw him take an astonishing 71 wickets in 13 matches, bowling 357 overs at an incredible average of 14.92.
The 31-year-old pacer&rsquo;s feat places him among an elite group of Indian bowlers, joining Ravichandran Ashwin, Anil Kumble, and Kapil Dev as the only Indian players to take over 70 Test wickets in a calendar year. Bumrah&rsquo;s contributions were pivotal in India&rsquo;s competitive run towards the 2025 World Test Championship Final, despite narrowly missing the title clash.
Bumrah&rsquo;s exceptional performances shone in both home and away conditions. He began 2024 with a standout eight-wicket haul in India&rsquo;s Test win over South Africa in Cape Town. He then dominated England with 19 wickets in a 4-1 series victory, including a nine-wicket match haul in Visakhapatnam.
However, his most iconic showing came during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, where Bumrah claimed 32 wickets in five matches at an average of 13.06. His Player of the Series performance included a stunning eight-wicket spell in Perth, highlighted by a five-wicket haul, helping India secure a memorable 295-run win.
During the series, Bumrah achieved the milestone of 200 Test wickets, becoming the 12th Indian bowler to reach the landmark. He also etched his name in history by becoming the only bowler with over 200 Test dismissals to maintain a bowling average under 20 (19.4).
Bumrah&rsquo;s consistency and brilliance throughout 2024 solidify his position as one of the finest pacers in cricket history, making him a deserving recipient of the ICC accolade. &nbsp;

Indian stars Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja make it to the prestigious ICC Men's Test Team of the Year 2024, showcasing outstanding performances in a year filled with remarkable cricketing feats.

Jaiswal, Bumrah, and Jadeja named in ICC Men's Test Team of the Year 2024

Indian stars Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja make it to the prestigious ICC Men's Test Team of the Year 2024, showcasing outstanding performances in a year filled with remarkable cricketing feats.

Indian stars Yashasvi Jaiswal, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah have made it to the ICC Men's Test Team of the Year 2024, announced on Friday.
Alongside them, the squad features some of Test cricket's top players, including England&rsquo;s Joe Root, New Zealand&rsquo;s Kane Williamson, and Australian captain Pat Cummins.
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Congratulations to the incredibly talented players named in the ICC Men's Test Team of the Year 2024 👏 <a href="https://t.co/0ROskFZUIr">pic.twitter.com/0ROskFZUIr</a>
&mdash; ICC (@ICC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ICC/status/1882737620360495485?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h3>Yashasvi Jaiswal (India)</h3>
Jaiswal&rsquo;s rise in 2024 has been nothing short of sensational. After a tough tour of South Africa, he made an incredible comeback during the home series against England, scoring 712 runs, which included two double centuries and three fifties.
His consistency continued throughout the year, with key performances in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he finished as India&rsquo;s top scorer with 391 runs, including a brilliant 161 in Perth.
By the end of 2024, he had accumulated 1,478 runs at an average of 54.74, including three centuries and nine half-centuries, making him the second-highest run-scorer of the year, behind Joe Root.
<h3>Ben Duckett (England)</h3>
Duckett played a pivotal role in England&rsquo;s Test triumphs this year. After an impressive start with 343 runs in India, including a knock of 153 in Rajkot, Duckett continued his form with centuries in multiple series, including against West Indies, Sri Lanka, and New Zealand. By the end of the year, Duckett had scored 1,149 runs at an average of 37.06, including two centuries and six fifties, finishing as the third-highest run-scorer of 2024.
<h3>Kane Williamson (New Zealand)</h3>
Despite a challenging year due to injuries, Williamson proved why he&rsquo;s one of the best Test batsmen. After an outstanding start with centuries against South Africa and a superb series against England, he finished the year with 1,013 runs at an average of 59.58.
His tally included four centuries and four half-centuries, with his standout performance being a match-winning 156 against England.
<h3>Joe Root (England)</h3>
Joe Root once again dominated Test cricket in 2024. After a slow start against India, Root found his rhythm with some impressive performances, including a monumental 375-run series against Sri Lanka, where he surpassed Alastair Cook's record for most Test centuries by an English player.
He ended the year with 1,556 runs at an average of 55.57, including six centuries and five fifties.
<h3>Harry Brook (England)</h3>
Brook had a stellar 2024, especially in the latter half of the year. After missing the India tour, he returned with a century against the West Indies and then had a sensational partnership with Joe Root in Pakistan, where he scored a triple century.
Brook finished with 1,100 runs at an average of 55, including four centuries and three fifties.
<h3>Kamindu Mendis (Sri Lanka)</h3>
Mendis made a sensational return to Test cricket in 2024, finishing the year as Sri Lanka&rsquo;s top run-scorer. His remarkable performances included two centuries in Bangladesh and a career-best 182* against New Zealand.
Mendis accumulated 1,049 runs at an exceptional average of 74.92, including five centuries and three fifties.
<h3>Jamie Smith (wicketkeeper) (England)</h3>
Smith, in his debut year, made a strong impact. He scored a half-century and a century against Sri Lanka, followed by a gritty 89 against Pakistan.
In total, Smith made 637 runs in 2024 at an average of 42.46, including a century and four fifties, and played a key role behind the stumps with 32 dismissals.
<h3>Ravindra Jadeja (India)</h3>
Jadeja had a superb all-round year in 2024. He was a key figure in India&rsquo;s series wins against England and Bangladesh, contributing with both bat and ball.
He took 48 wickets at an average of 24.29 and scored 527 runs, including a century and three half-centuries, helping India dominate in multiple series.
<h3>Pat Cummins (Australia, captain)</h3>
Pat Cummins led Australia to victory in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, leading them to a 3-1 win against India.
As captain, he also contributed significantly with both bat and ball, taking 37 wickets at an average of 24.02 and scoring 306 runs.
His leadership helped Australia reclaim the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a decade.
<h3>Matt Henry (New Zealand)</h3>
Henry was a standout performer for New Zealand in 2024. His most notable performances came against Australia, where he claimed 17 wickets in the home series, including a memorable eight-wicket haul.
Henry finished the year with 48 wickets at an exceptional average of 18.58, the fourth-highest wicket-taker of the year.
Jasprit Bumrah (India)
Bumrah was the best bowler in Test cricket in 2024, finishing as the highest wicket-taker of the year. He took 71 wickets at an astonishing average of 14.92, including five five-wicket hauls.
His performances against Australia were particularly memorable, where he led India to crucial victories, including a mesmerizing 5/30 in the first Test at Perth and a nine-wicket haul in Melbourne.
<h2>ICC Test Team of the Year 2024:</h2>
Pat Cummins (c) (Australia), Yashasvi Jaiswal (India), Ben Duckett (England), Kane Williamson (New Zealand), Joe Root (England), Harry Brook (England), Kamindu Mendis (Sri Lanka), Jamie Smith (wk) (England), Ravindra Jadeja (India), Matt Henry (New Zealand), Jasprit Bumrah (India).
These 11 players have truly set the benchmark in Test cricket for 2024, showcasing their dominance in both batting and bowling.

Jasprit Bumrah continues as the No. 1 Test bowler, while Ravindra Jadeja holds onto the top position in the all-rounders' category in the latest ICC rankings.

Jasprit Bumrah retains No. 1 spot in ICC Test bowler rankings

Jasprit Bumrah continues as the No. 1 Test bowler, while Ravindra Jadeja holds onto the top position in the all-rounders' category in the latest ICC rankings.

&nbsp; Jasprit Bumrah remains the top-ranked Test bowler, while Ravindra Jadeja holds onto his No. 1 spot in the all-rounders&rsquo; category, according to the latest ICC rankings released on Wednesday.
Bumrah, who achieved a career-high rating of 907 points ahead of the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Test against Australia in January, has now surpassed that with 908 points. This makes him the highest-ranked Indian bowler ever. Australia&rsquo;s Pat Cummins (841) and South Africa&rsquo;s Kagiso Rabada (837) sit in second and third positions, respectively.
Pakistan's Noman Ali (761) broke into the top-10 after an impressive six-wicket haul in the first Test against West Indies in Multan.
The all-rounders' top-10 list remains unchanged, with Jadeja retaining the top spot with 400 rating points. South Africa&rsquo;s Marco Jansen (294) and Bangladesh&rsquo;s Mehidy Hasan (263) are in second and third place.

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