Dominica: India and West Indies kicked off their Test series with a one-sided affair in the first match, where the hosts struggled to put up a fight. West Indies were bundled out for just 162 runs in their first innings, thanks to a disciplined and fiery Indian bowling performance. The pace-spin trio of Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah, and Kuldeep Yadav played a key role in restricting the opposition.
Bumrah Delivers a Bowling Masterclass
Jasprit Bumrah once again proved why he’s one of the world’s most lethal fast bowlers in red-ball cricket. He scalped three crucial wickets in the first innings, dismissing John Campbell, Justin Greaves, and Johan Layne, rattling the West Indies top and middle order.
In the process, Bumrah reached a significant personal milestone — he has now picked up 50 wickets in World Test Championship (WTC) matches played in India, becoming the first Indian fast bowler to achieve this feat.
Elite Company Among Indian Bowlers
Prior to Bumrah, only Ravichandran Ashwin (149 wickets) and Ravindra Jadeja (94 wickets) had taken 50+ wickets in home WTC matches, but both are spinners. Bumrah’s achievement sets him apart as the first Indian seamer to do so, underlining his dominance even on spin-friendly Indian pitches.
Bumrah’s WTC Home Record: 13 Tests, 50 Wickets
Since the inception of the World Test Championship, Bumrah has featured in 13 home Tests, collecting exactly 50 wickets. His best performance at home came when he took 6 wickets for 45 runs in a single innings — a spell that displayed his accuracy, speed, and mastery of reverse swing.
A Pillar of India’s Bowling Attack
Since making his Test debut in 2018, Jasprit Bumrah has cemented his place as a core part of India’s pace unit. In just 49 Tests, he has taken 222 wickets, including 15 five-wicket hauls, showcasing remarkable consistency across formats and conditions.
Bumrah’s deadly yorkers, ability to move the ball both ways, and his uncanny knack of breaking partnerships make him a nightmare for batters — especially when he’s in rhythm.
Looking Ahead
With the series just beginning, India will look to capitalize on Bumrah’s form as they aim for a clean sweep against West Indies. As for Bumrah, he continues to etch his name in record books and strengthen his legacy as one of India’s finest-ever fast bowlers.