NEW DELHI: Ace Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah had a phenomenal 2024, cementing his status as the standout bowler in Test cricket globally. Finishing the year with a staggering 71 wickets from 13 Tests, Bumrah not only topped the charts for India but also emerged as the world’s most successful bowler by a significant margin.
Bumrah’s remarkable haul came at an exceptional average of 14.92, with his best figures being 6/45 against England earlier in the year. His consistency was underscored by five five-wicket hauls and a stellar strike rate of 30.1, while conceding runs at just 2.96 per over.