India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah delivered a standout performance on Day 2 of the first Test against England at Headingley, Leeds, on Saturday, June 21. He set the tone early by dismissing Zak Crawley for a low score and later broke the 122-run partnership between Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope, providing a much-needed breakthrough in the third session.
Bumrah’s dismissal of Duckett marked a significant moment, not just in the match but also in his career. With that wicket, he overtook former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram to become the leading Asian fast bowler in terms of Test wickets in SENA countries—South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia.
Currently ranked No.1 in the ICC Test bowling rankings, Bumrah now has 38 wickets in South Africa, 39* in England, 6 in New Zealand, and 64 in Australia. In comparison, Akram had taken 7, 53, 50, and 36 wickets, respectively, in those nations during his legendary career.
Most Test Wickets In SENA Nations By Asian Bowlers [Source: News18]
- Jasprit Bumrah – 147*
- Wasim Akram – 146
- Anil Kumble – 141
- Ishant Sharma – 130
- Muttiah Muralitharan – 125
Jasprit Bumrah Sparks India’s Comeback After Pope And Duckett Hit Fifties On Day 2
Jasprit Bumrah played a key role in reviving India’s hopes against England by dismissing Ben Duckett for 62 off 94 deliveries, ending his 100-plus run stand with Ollie Pope. At the time of reporting, England were 138 for 2 after 34 overs in their first innings, with Ollie Pope unbeaten on 62 off 81 balls and Joe Root on 7 off 25 at the crease.
India were bowled out for 471 after adding 112 runs to their overnight total of 359/3, collapsing with seven wickets falling for just 51 runs. Ben Stokes and Josh Tongue claimed four wickets each. Captain Shubman Gill top-scored with 147, while vice-captain Rishabh Pant hit 134, sharing a 209-run stand. On Day 1, Yashasvi Jaiswal struck 101 and added 91 runs for the first wicket with KL Rahul, who made 42.
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