Jasprit Bumrah, India’s ace fast bowler, has etched his name in the record books by becoming the bowler with the most maiden overs in T20I among teams ranked in the top 8 by the ICC. He achieved this feat during the T20 World Cup 2024 match against Ireland, where Bumrah bowled brilliantly and took India to victory by 8 wickets.
Bowlers from nations like Uganda and Kenya hold the overall record for most maiden overs in T20Is. F Nusubuga of Uganda tops the list with 15 maiden over to his name and Elijah Songoch of Kenya stands second with 12 maiden overs.
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Jasprit Bumrah, with his 11 maiden overs, surpassed Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s record of 10. This record isn’t the only story Bumrah tells with his bowling. The match against Ireland saw him on fire, conceding only 6 runs in his 3 overs while picking up 2 crucial wickets. This kind of performance is what makes him India’s main pace spearhead, a role he has held with distinction across formats. He was also awarded with ‘Man of the Match’ award.
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Having played 36 Tests, 89 ODIs, and 63 T20Is for India, Bumrah has a staggering 384 wickets to his name. His ability to swing the new ball, bowl yorkers at the death, and deceive batsmen with his unorthodox action makes him a nightmare for any batsman.
Hailing from Ahmedabad, he wasn’t part of any renowned cricket academy and honed his skills by playing local tape-ball cricket. This unique background might explain his unconventional bowling style, which often leaves batsmen bewildered.
His meteoric rise began in the Indian Premier League (IPL), where he impressed everyone with his raw pace and wicket-taking abilities while playing for the Mumbai Indians. He quickly rose through the ranks of domestic cricket and earned his national call-up in 2016.
Since then, Bumrah has become a vital cog in India’s bowling attack across formats. He has been instrumental in India’s recent success, including their historic Test series win in Australia in 2021 and their dominance in white-ball cricket.
With the T20 World Cup currently underway, there are immense expectations on Bumrah’s shoulders. His ability to restrict runs and pick up crucial wickets in the high-pressure environment of T20 cricket will be crucial for India’s chances of lifting the trophy.
Looking ahead, Bumrah’s hunger for wickets and his relentless pursuit of excellence promise an exciting future for Indian cricket. As he continues to rack up wickets and break records, one thing is certain: Jasprit Bumrah is a name that will be etched in the history books for years to come.
