NEW DELHI: Jasprit Bumrah tops his name in history by becoming the highest-ranked Indian Test bowler ever in ICC rankings. With an impressive 907 points, Bumrah surpassed Ravichandran Ashwin’s record of 904, placing him joint-17th on the all-time list alongside England’s Derek Underwood.
Bumrah’s stellar performance in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series played a significant role in this achievement. His nine-wicket haul during the Melbourne Test solidified his position as the world’s No. 1 Test bowler, demonstrating his consistency and dominance on the international stage.
Australia’s Pat Cummins also made strides in the ICC rankings, moving up to third in the Test Bowling Rankings. His six wickets in the Boxing Day Test, combined with a valuable 90 runs, boosted his standing. South Africa’s Marco Jansen also broke into the top five with a career-best performance, securing seven wickets in the Centurion Test against Pakistan.
In batting rankings, players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Steve Smith climbed higher thanks to their gritty performances. Zimbabwean and Afghan players also gained significantly, reflecting the global talent emerging in Test cricket.
With his unparalleled skill and consistent performances, Jasprit Bumrah continues to cement his legacy as one of India’s greatest cricketing icons.
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