IND vs WI: Jasprit Bumrah has this amazing way of making things look effortless, and once again, he reminded us why he’s one of the best fast bowlers around – especially when he’s playing in India.
After a bit of a shaky outing at the Asia Cup, Bumrah came back with a bang against the West Indies in Ahmedabad. The pace that seemed a bit off in England was back, and so was his pinpoint accuracy. His signature yorkers, which can be deadly, were on point again, and he showed why he’s such a nightmare for batsmen, whether it’s with the new ball or the older one.
Here’s the impressive part: Bumrah averages just 19.74 for his 222 Test wickets overall. But get this – when he bowls in India, that average actually drops to 17. That’s pretty incredible, especially since a lot of people think Indian pitches don’t really favor fast bowlers.
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During this match, Bumrah also hit another milestone. He became the joint fastest Indian fast bowler to take 50 Test wickets on home soil, tying with the legendary Javagal Srinath. And it only took him 292.5 overs to do it. That’s some serious skill right there.
Congratulations to @Jaspritbumrah93, who has picked his 50th Test wicket in India in 24 innnings, the joint-fastest with Javagal Srinath among Indian fast bowlers.#TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/SdtBTRptxo
— BCCI (@BCCI) October 2, 2025
Jasprit Bumrah Test stats in India
| Span | Matches | Wickets | Best Innings | Best Match | Average | Economy | Strike Rate | 5-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2025 | 13 | 50 | 6/45 | 9/91 | 17.00 | 2.90 | 35.1 | 2 |
People often underestimate Bumrah’s impact in India because the team tends to rest him at home to save him for tough tours abroad. But the truth is, his record in India is outstanding.
Indian pitches may often help spinners, but Bumrah has all the tools to dominate – whether it’s swinging the new ball, sticking to the stumps, using reverse swing, or unleashing those deadly yorkers and slower balls. He really knows how to make the most of the conditions.
So yes, Jasprit Bumrah isn’t just a superstar overseas – he’s a genuine match-winner right here at home, and his stats prove it.
